Between May 1 and July 22, tax inspectors conducted 1,810 inspections of taxpayer compliance, uncovering irregularities in 240 cases. As a result, 330 misdemeanor fines were issued, amounting to a total of EUR 1.12 million.
According to the Tax Administration (PU), the total outstanding fines amount to EUR 647,420, of which EUR 522,620 has been collected, reflecting an 81 percent collection rate.
The collected fines were paid by 187 taxpayers who acknowledged their violations and settled their fines within eight days, benefiting from a one-third reduction in accordance with the Misdemeanor Act.
“Tax inspectors enforce all prescribed punitive measures for identified violations, ranging from issuing fines to imposing temporary business activity bans and even closing premises,” the PU statement detailed.
During this period, 17 taxpayers faced temporary bans on their business activities.
“Taxpayer selection for inspections is guided by pre-inspection data analysis from the information system, historical data on previous violations, and other relevant information received from third parties,” the statement explained.
The primary objective is to enhance tax compliance, focusing on increasing voluntary reporting and payment of taxes through communication, education, and cooperation with taxpayers, while also employing legal measures when necessary.
