VAT declarations in Germany

Registering for VAT in Germany is just the beginning – the real challenge is maintaining compliance with the strict regulations of the Finanzamt (Finance Office). In 2026, Polish entrepreneurs must contend not only with tight reporting deadlines but also with the new SEPA requirements and the digitalization of the ELSTER portal. Do you know how to avoid the automatic 1% late payment penalty or the loss of the 0% rate on EU transactions?