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UK Shuts VAT Loophole for Ride‐Hailing Apps No More Hiding from 2026: In a landmark move, the UK government has closed a tax loophole that ride- hailing and transfer platforms had been exploiting. Starting 2 January 2026, companies arra

In August 2025, the Legal Team of GetTransfer.com initiated a formal request for regulatory clarification from the Ministry of Sea, Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Croatia (MMPI) regarding licensing obligations for digital

In September 2025, the GetTransfer.com Legal Team submitted a set of regulatory questions to the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic (MPO). The company sought clarification on how Czech legislation applies to digital ride-booki

In October 2025, the GetTransfer.com Legal Team submitted a set of regulatory questions to the Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia (FURS). The company sought clarification on how Slovenian legislation about digital ri

Introduction GetTransfer.com is a global ride marketplace that connects travelers with independent drivers for pre-booked transfers. Competing services like WelcomePickups and SunTransfers also link travelers to local drivers for airport and

Introduction GetTransfer operates under a model that sets it apart from its competitors. GetTransfer is so different. In media and press communications, it is crucial to describe GetTransfer accurately and consistently. Mischaracterizing this

“Being an Authority Figure Doesn’t Make You a Legal Risk!”—GetTransfer.com CEO Alexander Sapov Disqualifies Driver’s Claims in Lammy Incident “Ground-transportation fares should be calculated per kilometer travelled, not by the passenger's p

1. No Legal Duty for Passengers to Disclose VIP Status Lack of Disclosure Obligation: Under French law, passengers – even government officials or VIPs – are not required to announce their identity or official status to a taxi or VTC (chauffeu

Introduction Digital platforms in the transportation sector often position themselves as mere intermediaries connecting drivers and passengers. By claiming to be “information society services” (ISS) under EU law or simple agents under UK law,

CarTrawler is a B2B platform that enables airlines and travel brands to offer car rentals, airport transfers, taxis, and chauffeur services to their customers. Through CarTrawler’s technology, a traveler can pre-book ground transportation (such

Illegal OTA and Illegal Aggregators and Illegal Driver Networks in EU and UK Ground Transport Transfers explained. Online travel agencies (OTAs) have expanded into arranging airport and hotel ground transfers, but some operate outside the law

Both platforms prioritize user-friendly interfaces, seamless ride reservations, and real-time tracking to enhance customer experience.

In the rapidly evolving digital economy, platforms like Uber and various ride-hailing services have transformed traditional industries. However, while many of these platforms claim to be mere intermediaries – facilitating transactions between indepe

The legal classification of platforms like Welcome Pickups hinges on their operational model and the degree of control they exert over transportation services. In its 2017 judgment, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) concluded that Uber's servi

London. The legal framework governing transportation services in the UK has long maintained a clear distinction between licensed taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs). However, the rise of ride-hailing applications has blurred these traditional

With the increasing role of digital platforms in facilitating transportation services, legal questions arised regarding their classification and the extent of regulatory oversight they should face. The core issue is whether these platforms should be

The classification of digital platforms has become a cornerstone legal issue in the twenties, particularly in sectors where traditional regulatory frameworks intersect with technological innovation. One of the most debated questions is whether platf

This distinction carries significant implications for how such platforms operate within the European Union.

Judgment of the Court (Grand Chamber) of 20 December 2017 Asociación Profesional Elite Taxi vs Uber Systems Spain, SL Case C-434/15 OPINION OF ADVOCATE GENERAL SZPUNAR delivered on 11 May 2017 (1) Case C‑434/15 Asociación Profesi

Judgment of the Court (Grand Chamber) of 19 December 2019 Criminal proceedings against XRequest for a preliminary ruling from the Juge d'instruction du tribunal de grande instance de Paris Case C-390/18 OPINION OF ADVOCATE GENERAL SZPUNAR

Judgment of the Court (Fourth Chamber) of 3 December 2020 Star Taxi App SRL v Unitatea Administrativ Teritorială Municipiul Bucureşti prin Primar General and Consiliul General al Municipiului Bucureşti. Request for a preliminary ruling from the Tri