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Directive (EU) 2025/4252024/0152(CNS)COM(2024)278

Electronic value added tax exemption certificate

Electronic version of the VAT exemption certificate

Stage
In force, reached 28 Feb 2025
In force
In force since 20 Mar 2025 · CELEX 32025L0425
Transposition deadline
30 Jun 2031
Procedure
Consultation procedure
Lead DG
DG TAXUD
Last activity
20 Mar 2025
1 entry · record as of 30 Sept 2026

Where it stands

Latest: Feedback on adopted proposal closed: Electronic version of the VAT exemption certificate, 6 responses, 13 Sept 2024.

  1. 13 Sept 2024
    • Feedback on adopted proposal closed: Electronic version of the VAT exemption certificate, 6 responses · Commission
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ConsultationFeedback deadlineFeedback received
13 Sept 20246

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The Commission proposal would let Member States accept VAT exemption certificates in electronic format, cutting administrative burdens for businesses and tax authorities. It primarily affects companies engaged in cross-border EU transactions that currently need paper certificates. The proposal is under consideration by co-legislators.

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