The new VAT law is due to come into force on 1 January 2017

 

Planned amendments of VAT Act in Poland

 

1. Inclusion of the reverse charge mechanism for some transactions concerned with providing constructions services.
2. Inclusion of the reverse charge mechanism where transactions are related to processors.
3. Inclusion of the reverse charge mechanism where transactions are connected with certain products from the category of gold and silver.
4. Modification of the principles of VAT refunds within 25 days.
5. Elimination of the possibility to file quarterly VAT returns for:
 taxpayers other than small taxpayers;
 taxpayers starting to perform taxable activities during the first twelve months.