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Compliance changes often arrive at a time together – like they are bounded one to each other. In December 2025, many businesses must control three different fields -not to have problems with tax-goverment, too – they are EPR registration, e-invoicing, and VAT thresholds. Here you can check, update and summarize changes in restrictions. Also you will receive a small guide with a plan:

Message – new Documents and History subsections

The Messages area now includes Documents and History. It became a lot easier to trace files shared with the Lovat team. Additionaly, they also tight security in the document workflow – You can verify messages and documents, which were already sent. You can also track and keep an eye on changes.

Pricing – clearer options and visible limits

The pricing section has a new layout, which means, that it became faster and easier to compare plans. Also, now it’s easier to see  missing features. Now teams won’t delay during audits or filings.

Key EPR updates worldwide

More and more  countries are slowly, but unhesitatingly expanding Extended Producer Responsibility rules. Their goal is to improve recycling and reporting. It means for companies, that you’ll need stronger data, faster filings, and defensible evidence

EPR regulations often affect more than manufacturers. They can also be applied  to importers and brands. Even if you rely on apackaging supplier, you still need the right data. And especially, if you sell packaging solutions, you definitely need material details. If you claim recyclable packaging, you need proofs and documentations for it.

Global packaging trend – wider scope and stricter reporting

Canada, USA, Australia and China are restructuring packaging frameworks nowadays. The requirements depend on market, but direction is consistent. More products fall in scope, more reporting fields become mandatory, enforcement also increases. Looks like a massive headache for all kinds of entrepreneurs. This is why EPR reporting should be treated as seriously, as finance reporting. Build repeatable controls, a whole system, which works remotely and independently. Also you should create a clear space, where evidences, align owners and deadlines will be stored. Read full article

Denmark and Germany – stricter battery producer duties

Denmark and Germany have tightened requirements for battery producers. Registration information is more complex and consists of a ton of a small parts. Data requirements became stricter. If you sell equipment with batteries inside, check your classification too to update internal data product early. Read the guide

Sweden – packaging fees reduced for 2026

Sweden’s NPA announced a SEK 270 million reduction in 2026 packaging fees. Producers will have to pay lower fees next year. Refunds for 2025 overpayments will also continue. This affects budgeting and fee accruals under packaging EPR and packaging epr obligations. Learn more about Sweden EPR

EPR USA update – Colorado finalizes packaging plan for 2026

Colorado approved a final EPR plan for packaging. It takes effect in 2026. Companies placing packaging on the market will need to register, report materials, and pay fees once the program launches. This is a major EPR USA milestone. It is also a signal for other states.

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Spain postpones Verifactu – how to plan your e-invoicing program

Spain postponed Verifactu, its certified invoicing approach linked to the Tax Agency. The rollout is now set for 2027. The deadlines are fixed by taxpayer type. Companies must switch by January 1, 2027. Self-employed individuals must comply by July 1, 2027. Businesses already using the SII real-time reporting system remain exempt.

Use this delay to finish integration work. Do not wait for the final month. An effective e-invoicing program needs rules, controls, and testing. It also needs reliable validation at scale.

If you operate across borders, connect once and reuse the setup. The peppol network can support standardized exchange. Lovat can register your participant ID, connect you to PEPPOL, and validate documents as an e invoice solution. Learn more here

Germany and France to update e-invoicing formats

Germany and France will jointly release updated versions of their e-invoicing formats, ZUGFeRD and Factur-X, on January 15, 2026. The update will align both formats with EU standard EN 16931 and upcoming mandatory B2B e-invoicing requirements.

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VAT creates risk in two ways: Rates can change or Registration triggers can also change. Teams should track both. In many markets, you must register before you invoice. That is why planning to get a VAT number early matters.

Czech Republic – two key VAT rate changes

Printed and digital books now qualify for a 0% VAT rate. Most soft drinks moved to the standard 21% rate. Other VAT rules remain unchanged.

DAC 7 – threshold changes digital platforms must understand

DAC 7 affects many digital platforms and marketplaces. Lovat latest guidance explains reporting duties, how thresholds work, and which data must be submitted. If you run a platform, build a repeatable data pipeline. Validate seller details. Prepare annual reporting files early.

Norway and China launch DAC7 reporting for marketplaces

• Norway will introduce DPI rules aligned with OECD MRDP and EU DAC7. Data collection starts on January 1, 2026, with first reporting in 2027.
• China applies quarterly DAC7-style reporting for marketplaces. Platforms must now submit seller identity and income data every quarter (e.g. Q1 2026 data due by April 30, 2026).

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