Poland Plans 3% Digital Services Tax on €1B+ Revenue Tech Firms
Poland plans a digital services tax bill levying up to 3% on revenues from online advertising, user-connecting platforms and data trading for companies with over €1 billion globally and 25 million zlotys in Poland. The measure could increase Meta's local tax costs and narrow profit margins in its European operations.
1. Poland's Digital Tax Proposal
Poland's Deputy Prime Minister announced the government will draft a digital services tax bill targeting revenue from online advertising, user-connecting platforms and data trading at up to 3%. The levy applies to companies with global revenues exceeding €1 billion and Polish revenues above 25 million zlotys.
2. Potential Impact on Meta
Meta's Facebook business in Poland falls within the thresholds, exposing it to a new 3% tax on local ad and service revenues. The extra levy could reduce Meta's profit margins in the region and influence its pricing strategy or investment levels.