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Permanent Establishment Taxation

Who taxes what?

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The permanent establishment is a tax fiction that can quickly become complex in its handling. Despite the fact that it is not legally independent, it triggers registration and tax declaration obligations in the source country, for example.

The various information is intended to provide a practical, clear introduction to this complex topic.

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