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Finland Updates — December 2025

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Law & Regulation2 articles

FinlandDec 16, 2025

Finland Adopts Pharmacy Economy Reform with VAT Implications for Medicine Retail from 2026

On 16 December 2025, the Finnish Parliament adopted a legislative package reforming pharmacy taxation, medicine pricing and the retail sale of certain over-the-counter medicines. While the adopted laws do not amend VAT legislation, they have indirect VAT relevance due to expanded retail channels for medicines and revised price regulation structures.

FinlandDec 8, 2025

Finland Enacts VAT Rate Cut and Major Tax Reforms for 2026

Finland's Tax Administration announces VAT rate reduction from 14% to 13.5% and comprehensive tax reforms including digital-first correspondence, crypto reporting requirements, and revised deductions.

Compliance Update1 article

FinlandDec 9, 2025

Finland Adopts Platform Economy Reporting Reform Implementing EU DAC7

On 9 December 2025, the Finnish Parliament adopted legislation amending the information disclosure obligations of digital platform economy operators. The reform implements EU reporting requirements and has direct relevance for VAT and income tax transparency in platform-based transactions.

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FinlandDec 16, 2025

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