Slovakia: Introduction of Temporary Tax Amnesty
The Slovak Ministry of Finance has published a press release detailing a temporary Tax Amnesty measure introduced as part of the third consolidation package. This
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Slovakia: Insurance Premium Tax Rate Increased to 10% Effective January 1, 2026
Following the approval of the third consolidation package by the Slovakian Parliament on September 24, 2025, the amended legislation increasing the insurance premium tax rate
Ireland: Insurance Compensation Fund levy (ICF) rate change from 2026
The Central Bank of Ireland has ratified a reduction in the Insurance Compensation Fund (ICF) levy from 2% to 1%, effective 1 January 2026. This
Denmark: Change of rates and scope for Guarantee Fund Contribution from 2026
On 22 August 2025, the Danish Guarantee Fund (DGF) published its annual announcement regarding insurer contributions for 2026. The update aligns with Executive Order BEK
Lithuania: New Security Contribution on Non-Life Insurance Premiums Introduced
On 17 June 2025, the Lithuanian Parliament adopted Law No. XV-283, introducing a new Security Contribution (SD) on non-life insurance premiums. The measure aims to
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Treatment of Natural Catastrophe Insurance in Iceland
Iceland holds a unique and critical position regarding natural catastrophes due to its extraordinary geography and climate. Situated on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the country is
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Navigating the Latest IPT Changes: Key Updates from Hungary, France, and Beyond
In this new IPT webinar, we’ll take a look across the IPT landscape, with a particular focus on France’s fire policies and the recent rate
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The Impact of Climate-Related Events on IPT: ECB & EIOPA Proposal
In a previous blog, we provided an overview of the current and proposed natural disaster-related measurements in some European countries and Australia. In this blog,
Austria: New Motor Vehicle Insurance Tax (VIT) rules from April 2025
On 18th March 2025, the Budget Restructuring Measures Act 2025 (7/2025) was published in the Austrian Federal Law Gazette. Among other tax measures, the Insurance
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IPT Audits: Preparation and Best Practices
Tax authority audits can happen at any time. Join us for this webinar where our compliance experts will explain how to minimize the risk of
France: IPT changes introduced by the 2025 budget bill
Following the postponement of the 2025 budget bill from December 2024, on 15 February 2025, the Act on Finance for 2025 has been published in
Sovos Annual Tax Compliance Trends Report
Discover the top 2025 tax trends reshaping compliance. Learn how AI, real-time data, and new mandates are transforming tax into a strategic advantage.
Italy: 2025 Management Fee published
On 6 December 2024, the Italian Institute for Insurance Supervision (IVASS) published the management charge rate for the year 2025. The rate has been increased
Hungary: Extra Profit Tax Amendments for 2025
The Hungarian Government issued a new government decree (no 356/2024) on 21st November 2024, which amends the extra profit tax regulations including the rules for
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Mastering IPT Compliance: Key Updates & Strategic Insights for 2024 and Beyond
If you want to stay on the right side of compliance, you need to stay ahead of changes in the Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) landscape.
Denmark: Change of Rates for Guarantee Fund Contributions From 2025
On 10th September 2024, the Danish Guarantee Fund (DGF) issued an order concerning the rate of contributions payable by insurers for 2025. The following non-life
Ireland: Contributions to Motor Insurers Insolvency Compensation Fund (MIICF) Ends From 2025
On 1st of October 2024, the Irish Motor Insurance Bureau (MIBI) announced that in 2025 the contributions payable by the insurance companies to the Motor
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Taxation of Motor Insurance Policies: Italy
In Italy, the insurance premium tax (IPT) code (which is being revised as of the date of this blog’s publication) and various other laws and