Order No. VA-75 introduces significant updates to the My VMI service, improving security, transparency, and user convenience by the latest legal and technological standards. Key changes include expanded definitions, enhanced authentication processes, detailed guidelines for representatives, clarified service ordering procedures, and transparent cookie usage policies.
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Upgraded tools for the e-service of the Lithuanian Tax Inspectorate
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Lithuania
Author: Nikolina Basić
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Fiscal subject related
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22.10.2024
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The head of FM 1 has issued Order No. VA-75, amending the rules for the use of My VMI, originally approved in Order No. VA-91 on October 3, 2012. VMI represents a special electronic service by the State Tax Inspectorate. These amendments, now referred to as the Rules for the Use of My VMI 2, introduce significant changes aimed at improving the service for users. These updates reflect the latest legal requirements and technological advancements, ensuring greater safety, transparency, and convenience for My VMI users.
Changes are reflected on:
- Expanded definitions: the concepts defining the recipients of the electronic service and their representatives have been broadened and detailed. New concepts have also been introduced to clarify the scope of the Rules.
- Enhanced authentication: detailed descriptions of the authentication tools and procedures for connecting to My VMI, including email address confirmation, have been provided. These measures ensure greater security and identity verification for users.
- Guidelines for representatives: More comprehensive guidelines are now available on how representatives of My VMI can grant, change, or revoke rights to use electronic services. Information on the validity period of these rights and related termination procedures is also included.
- Service Ordering and Notifications: The process for My VMI representatives to order and receive electronic services has been clarified. Additionally, there are detailed instructions on handling information and documents related to My VMI, as well as notification settings for service recipients.
- Cookie usage transparency: clear instructions regarding the use of essential and analytical cookies have been introduced, allowing users to accept or refuse their use. This change aims to enhance transparency and protect user privacy.
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