Sweden tax news
AskColm has 10 articles tagged Sweden, drawn from over 130 tax sources. The most recent is dated 1 October 2026.
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Sweden Updates Tax Treaties
Sweden has signed a new tax treaty with the Netherlands and protocols amending its existing treaties with Ireland and Cyprus. The changes are part of a broader effort to modernise cross-border tax rules and strengthen anti-abuse measures.
Sweden proves us all wrong on VAT subsides
Sweden has challenged conventional assumptions about VAT treatment of subsidies. The article examines how Sweden's approach to VAT on subsidies diverges from widely held expectations, likely addressing whether subsidies received by businesses affect VAT recovery or constitute taxable consideration. This…
Introducing the 2026 Sweden VAT Guide
A 2026 Sweden VAT Guide has been introduced by Global VAT Compliance, providing updated guidance on Swedish VAT regulations for businesses operating in or trading with Sweden. The guide covers key VAT compliance requirements, registration thresholds, rates, and procedural rules…
Swedish Anti-VAT Fraud Legislation Now in Force
Sweden has enacted new anti-VAT fraud legislation that has now come into force. The legislation aims to combat VAT fraud through strengthened legal measures targeting fraudulent schemes within the Swedish VAT system. This represents a significant enforcement development for businesses…
International treaty: Sweden: tax treaties
This publication covers the tax treaty arrangements between the United Kingdom and Sweden. Double taxation agreements between the two countries set out rules for determining taxing rights over various categories of income and gains, including dividends, interest, royalties, employment income,…
Sweden: Tax Agency clarifies VAT registration and deduction rights
Sweden's Tax Agency has issued clarification regarding VAT registration requirements and deduction rights, providing guidance for businesses operating in Sweden. The clarification addresses how businesses can register for VAT and the conditions under which they may exercise their right to…
Swedish Court Confirms VAT Exemption for Cost-Sharing Group General Services
A Swedish court has confirmed that VAT exemption applies to general services provided within a cost-sharing group (CSG). The ruling clarifies the scope of the VAT exemption for cost-sharing arrangements, affirming that administrative and support services supplied among CSG members…
Sweden: Draft bill revises input VAT allocation rules
Sweden has introduced a draft bill proposing revisions to input VAT allocation rules. The changes aim to clarify and potentially restructure how businesses apportion input VAT between taxable and exempt activities, affecting mixed-use businesses operating in Sweden. The draft bill…
Sweden: ViDA VAT amendments submitted to Parliament
Sweden has submitted VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) amendments to Parliament, aligning national legislation with the EU's ViDA package. The reforms aim to modernize VAT rules for the digital economy, including updates to platform economy taxation, single VAT registration,…
Case Study: OSS Exclusion VAT Across 10 EU Countries
This case study examines the VAT One Stop Shop (OSS) exclusion mechanism across 10 EU member states, relevant for e-commerce businesses selling cross-border within the EU. The OSS scheme allows sellers to report VAT in a single member state, but…