GermanyBusiness & EntrepreneurshipRegulatory changes detected in official sources — tracked continuously by GovToDate's monitoring.
Last detection: 28 September 2026
What changes: The Income Tax Act (EStG) has been amended by Article 7 of the law of June 29, 2026. This amendment comes into force as indicated in the law of June 29, 2026 (Federal Law Gazette 2026 I No. 197).
What changes: VAT key figures are to be determined for the years 2027, 2028, and 2029. This is done in accordance with § 5a of the Municipal Finance Reform Act.
What changes: From 01.01.2027, the interest rate for full interest accrual according to § 233a AO will increase to 0.3% per month. This corresponds to an annual interest rate of 3.6%.
What changes: The Annual Tax Act 2026 includes amendments to the Platform Tax Transparency Act, specifically concerning § 13 Paragraph 1 Sentence 2 PStTG.
What changes: A draft law aims to reorganize and liberalize the authority for limited professional assistance in tax matters. This also includes the new regulation of gratuitous assistance and the enablement of Tax Law Clinics at universities.
What changes: There is a draft law for the permanent reduction of VAT on gas and heat, aimed at influencing the economic situation and energy prices.
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