An indictment of the two businessmen after attempting to illegally profit 2.8m euros

The tax administration of Kosovo issued the related announcement.

With that decision, the investigation into 13 ATK officials has ceased.

Communications:

Kosovo Tax Administration (ATK) announces public opinion that on the 1802.2025 date has accepted the PP decision. No. 169/23 by the Founding Prosecutor in Pristina . According to this act, the prosecution has decided to file charges against the two owners of companies involved in trying to illegally profit about 2.8m euros from VAT reimbursement, through extinguish bills. Also, with that decision, the investigation into 13 ATK officials has ceased.

ATK stresses that this case is a clear testimony to our institution's commitment to the fight against misuse and financial fraud. Even though ATK estimates that involvement in this fraud scheme may have been broader than the two people charged, this ruling confirms that ATK has managed to prevent a financial damage of around 2.8m euros to the budget of the Republic of Kosovo.

In this direction, ATK reaffirms its commitment to co-operating closely with justice bodies and to fulfil its obligations in judicial procedures against the accused in this case. At the same time, we pledge that we will continue the fight against any negative phenomena, including efforts to take unfair advantage of the state budget through extinguishing bills and any form of fiscal fraud. We will also take all necessary measures to prevent illegal practices that damage the state budget and citizens' trust in the tax system.