European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) and the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF): access to value added tax information at Union level
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With the European Parliament.
Last active 08 Jun 2026
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
This proposal gives EPPO and OLAF direct EU-level access to VAT data to investigate and combat cross-border VAT fraud faster.
Who it affects
It affects EPPO, OLAF, Eurofisc, Member State tax authorities, and practitioners handling VAT fraud, data access, or EU financial-interest investigations.
Core of the proposal
- Eurofisc coordinators must report suspected cross-border VAT fraud to EPPO and OLAF.
- EPPO gets centralised targeted-search access to VIES, CESOP, import, and central VIES data.
- OLAF gets equivalent centralised targeted-search access for opening and conducting investigations.
- Access is limited to authorised users, specific mandates, and Eurofisc liaison oversight.
Key provisions
- Takes effect
- The Regulation enters into force 20 days after publication; most provisions apply from 1 September 2026, central VIES access from 1 July 2030.
Latest update
08 Jun 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
European Parliament → European Parliament
European Parliament → European Parliament
Documents
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