What is the FASTER directive?
The FASTER directive seeks to simplify WHT procedures for dividends and interest payments on publicly traded instruments to non-resident investors within the EU. Its goals are to encourage cross-border investments, enhance European capital markets, and provide better protection against tax fraud and abuse.
Explaining FASTER & current updates
We are pleased to present two insightful videos featuring Monique Pisters, head of tax of Grant Thornton Netherlands, who will provide an in-depth look at the FASTER directive. We invite you to watch these videos to gain a deeper understanding of the FASTER directive and its significance. You can view the videos below.
In the first video, Monique Pisters explores the key measures of the FASTER directive, offering a comprehensive overview of its objectives. She will break down the essential components and explain how the directive works.
In the second video, Monique Pisters provides an update on the FASTER directive following its adoption by the European Council on May 14, 2024. She will discuss the key updates of the FASTER Directive.
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