Poland Plans 3% Digital Services Tax Targeting Global Tech Giants
In March 2026, the government of Poland announced plans to draft legislation introducing a digital services tax of up to 3% on certain online revenues. The proposal is aimed at addressing tax imbalances between domestic companies and large international technology firms operating within the country.
According to statements by Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski, the initiative seeks to ensure fair competition in Poland’s digital economy, where foreign platforms may generate revenue locally while paying limited taxes within the country.
The proposed tax would apply to companies generating over €1 billion in global revenue and more than $6.79 million annually in Poland. It is expected to cover business models such as targeted online advertising, digital marketplaces, and services involving the sale of user data.
Major technology companies including Apple, Alphabet, Meta, and Amazon could fall within the scope of the legislation if it is implemented in its current form.
However, the draft also outlines exemptions for certain services, particularly those focused on distributing proprietary content or operating as direct sellers rather than intermediaries. These provisions may allow some companies to limit their tax exposure depending on how the rules are interpreted.
The move follows broader debates across Europe regarding the taxation of digital services and comes after the European Commission reconsidered its own regional digital tax proposal.
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