Fiscalization has transformed from a compliance tool reliant on hardware to dynamic, software-driven platforms linking businesses and tax authorities. The webinar was presented by Dušan Bučevac, Sales Manager at Fiscal Solutions, who covered crucial fiscalization milestones and explained how real-time data has reshaped compliance, transparency, and business decision-making. Read more

In Lithuania, vending machines are covered by fiscalization rules, but they are not required to transmit receipt data to the i.EKA systems are like cash registers. Let's delve deeper into this. Read more

The State Tax Inspectorate of Lithuania has issued Order No. VA-30, amending Order No. VA-85, concerning cash registers and vending machines in Lithuania. The amendments extend deadlines for compliance assessments, enable external experts for examinations, clarify existing procedures, improve legal clarity regarding technical requirements, and refine rules for device removal. Additionally, it spec... Read more

Lithuania has expanded the application of the reduced 5% VAT rate to include robotic surgical instruments and accessories, as clarified by VMI Letter No. RM-8737 (March 2026), lowering the tax from the standard 21%. The reduced rate applies only if the equipment is used within manufacturer-specified limits, ensuring proper compliance and use conditions. The Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate (VMI)... Read more

Lithuania’s Parliament has adopted the 2026 Budget, introducing VAT rate changes effective 1 January 2026, including replacing the 9% reduced rate with a 12% rate for sectors such as accommodation, transport, culture, and catering, while the standard rate remains at 21%. At the same time, VAT on district heating, hot water, and firewood will increase to 21%, while VAT on medicines, books, and non... Read more

Lithuanian tax inspections for VAT and fiscalization can take place either at the tax administrator’s office or directly at the taxpayer’s premises, with prior notification required. During an inspection, officials may review all relevant accounting records, systems, and materials, while taxpayers must provide full access and necessary documentation. Read more

Lithuania will introduce a new excise tax on sweetened non-alcoholic beverages starting January 1, 2026, targeting drinks with added sugars or sweeteners while exempting those with only natural sugars. The measure, part of the 2026 tax reform, sets tiered rates up to €21 per hectolitre and is expected to slightly raise retail prices depending on sugar content and product type. The Lithuanian Parli... Read more