The state will gain access to freelancers' data: what will change with the new law.

According to inkorr.com: The government plans to introduce control over information about the place of residence and financial transactions of Ukrainians working through online platforms. This is provided for by the new bill No. 14025, which will soon be reviewed in the Verkhovna Rada.

The bill introduces a system of control and taxation for all who earn income through online platforms from any country. The tax service will have access to users' personal data for taxation purposes.

The main goal of these innovations is complete control over the income of citizens earning through online platforms. The state will gain access to information about everyone earning income online, regardless of their place of work.

Who is subject to this law

According to the definition, 'accountable seller' is a person who has conducted at least one financial transaction through the platform during the year or has received a payment. This can include renting real estate, providing services, selling goods, etc.

The law applies to Ukrainians who collaborate with platforms from countries that have entered into the relevant agreement. The introduced system provides for detailed checks and the collection of information from platforms about all their users.

Digital platforms are required to provide the tax service with data on each seller, and banks must disclose information at the request of tax authorities without a court order.

Bill No. 14025 envisions a new mechanism for control and taxation for individuals working through online platforms from any country. The state will gain access to data about citizens earning income online, regardless of their place of work.

These innovations have provoked outrage among part of society, as they may violate principles of privacy and freedom. However, the government justifies the need for control by the requirements of tax discipline and combating tax evasion. The further development of the situation will become clear after the discussion of the bill in the Verkhovna Rada.