Vietnam has entered 2025 with a decisive shift in its tax administration, enacting significant reforms to its value-added tax (VAT) and transfer pricing regulations. These updates, driven by both domestic fiscal needs and global regulatory expectations, reflect a move toward stricter enforcement, enhanced transparency, and alignment with international standards. The new rules for multinational enterprises, digital service providers, and local exporters mark a critical juncture in Vietnam’s tax landscape. 

In today’s complex global trading environment, businesses must navigate a landscape shaped by evolving tax regulations, international agreements, and technological advancements. Among the most crucial but often overlooked areas of compliance is the De Minimis Value threshold, particularly in the UK. Understanding this rule can significantly influence the financial outcomes of cross-border trade, impacting everything from VAT collection to customer satisfaction. 

If you’re an Amazon FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon) seller, understanding your responsibilities around U.S. sales tax is more important than ever. Many sellers assume that because Amazon collects and remits sales tax, they’re fully covered. But in reality, your compliance obligations may go beyond collection — and failing to meet them could put your business at risk. 

Since the landmark South Dakota v. Wayfair decision in 2018, states have expanded their sales tax laws to require remote sellers to collect and remit sales tax even without a physical presence. Instead, economic nexus laws establish tax obligations based on a seller’s total sales revenue or transaction volume within a state. you can find out nexus threshold details for every state by checking our U.S. Sales and Use Tax Guide page.  

The Council of the European Union has officially approved the ViDA (VAT in the Digital Age) reform package, marking a significant milestone in modernizing VAT regulations across the EU. This reform follows endorsements from the European Parliament (February 2025) and ECOFIN Finance Ministers (November 2024), laying the foundation for a streamlined, digital-first VAT system. 

On January 16, 2025, Brazil enacted Complementary Law No. 214, marking one of the most significant tax reforms in the country’s history. This law replaces Brazil’s highly complex consumption tax system with a dual VAT model, fundamentally changing how both domestic and foreign businesses are taxed.

For global businesses looking to expand operations or invest in emerging markets, understanding local tax frameworks is critical to ensuring compliance and optimizing financial strategies. One such framework worth exploring is Guyana’s Value-Added Tax Act (VAT Act), a cornerstone of the country’s taxation system. Enacted by the Parliament of Guyana and amended multiple times over the years (most recently in 2019), this legislation governs the imposition, administration, and collection of VAT across a variety of taxable supplies and imports. At TaxDo, we’re committed to helping you navigate complex tax regimes like this one or other countries—here’s everything you need to know about Guyana’s VAT Act and its implications for your business. 

Could mastering Europe’s 2025 VAT landscape save your business millions or sink it with costly missteps? Value-Added Tax (VAT) remains a cornerstone for firms navigating the continent’s $17 trillion economy, with the European Commission reporting a $586 billion tax haul in 2023 alone. As rates shift and compliance tightens—from Sweden’s transfer pricing woes to Ohio’s crypto tax breaks—businesses face a maze of rules. Are you poised to slash tax burdens or brace for penalties?

In December 2024, Spain enacted a series of tax reforms through the Royal Decree-Law 9/2024, which introduces crucial changes to the tax landscape for individuals, businesses, and various sectors starting from January 2025. Whether you are an international investor, a multinational corporation, or an individual with interests in Spain, understanding these changes is vital to ensure compliance and make the most of potential opportunities in Spain’s evolving tax system.