SFS plans a new approach to inspections: what will change for businesses from 2026.

According to inkorr.com: Lesya Karnaukh, acting head of the State Tax Service, met with representatives of the European Business Association, which unites over 900 companies.

At the meeting, issues related to the moratorium on inspections, risk-oriented approach to tax control, and new forms of communication with taxpayers were discussed.

“Our priority is to fill the state budget, and total tax control of business entities does not yield the corresponding effectiveness and increase in tax revenues. Therefore, wasting the agency's resources on ineffective measures is not part of the tax service of 2025,” noted Lesya Karnaukh.

“We are working to ensure that inspections in 2026 are planned based on the developed risk passports,” emphasized Karnaukh.

Implementation of new digital solutions

Participants in the meeting also considered the implementation of new digital tools. The State Tax Service expressed interest in actively involving taxpayers in testing the E-audit system. All taxpayers received technical capabilities to test the SAF-T UA file through the 'Electronic Cabinet'.

Regarding the E-excise system, the SFS is already ready to implement the new changes. Furthermore, amendments to the Cabinet of Ministers' resolution on blocking tax invoices will come into effect on September 27, allowing a reduction in the number of business entities facing blocking.

At the meeting, attention was also focused not only on issues of tax control but also on new digital tools and changes in the tax system. Lesya Karnaukh emphasized the importance of a risk-oriented approach and new formats of interaction with taxpayers.

This meeting indicates the intentions of the State Tax Service to adapt to modern challenges and improve cooperation with business. The implementation of digital technologies, particularly the E-audit system, aims to simplify the reporting and control process, which ultimately should contribute to the development of economic activity in Ukraine.