- ECJ ruled Bulgarian VAT deregistration law incompatible with EU principles
- Case involved a Bulgarian construction company removed from VAT register for noncompliance
- Company challenged removal and sought clarification on consistency with EU law
- ECJ stated Directive 2006/112/EC does not allow automatic removal for persistent noncompliance
- National legislation must assess nature and severity of taxpayer’s conduct
- Decision confirms removal must be proportionate and case-specific
- Reinforces procedural protections for taxpayers within EU VAT framework
Source: globalvatcompliance.com
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