Why get the Fair Tax Mark? - Fair Tax Foundation

Tax contributions are the lifeblood of a flourishing society. They fund essential services such as healthcare, education, policing and transport.

Across Europe, business of every size and shape are using the Fair Tax Mark label to demonstrate they pay the right amount of corporate income tax at the right time and in the right place – following both the spirit of the law and the letter of the law.

Our certified businesses say the Fair Tax Mark:

Signals to customers, employees and investors that their business is a leader in responsible tax conduct and corporate tax transparency.
Is a trusted label that complements Living Wage and B Corp certification.
Helps evidence their commitment to corporate social responsibility (e.g. UN SDGs).
Allows them to stay ahead of the curve on best practice and new legislation.
Supports them engaging with municipalities on public procurement.

We have developed tailored Fair Tax certification standards to fit every size of business, from a global multinational to a micro-enterprise.

Here is why every size of business should consider pursuing a Fair Tax Mark…

Multinational enterprise

New laws are being introduced across the world, such as mandatory public Country-by-Country Reporting of profits made and taxes paid. The Fair Tax Mark will help keep your business ahead of new legislation.
Tax has never been a hotter topic in the boardroom. Investors, asset managers and rating agencies increasingly view tax transparency and tax policy as material concerns. Our Global Multinational Business Standard satisfies the key reporting recommendations of GRI 207, the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct. Our team will review your financial statements and related communications and provide detailed advice on what you need to do to secure Fair Tax Mark accreditation. Once you are over the threshold, we’ll work with to communicate your Fair Tax certification globally.
Your business will join a community of multinationals headquartered in Denmark, Germany, Finland, Italy, Spain, Sweden, the Netherlands and the UK that are proudly championing the Fair Tax Mark label.

Small, medium and large business (operating in a single country)

In a world in which $1trn of multinational profits are artificially shifted to tax havens each year, demonstrate that your business contributes fairly to public services in your home country.
Your certification will sit alongside iconic brands such as Timpson, Richer Sounds, Suma, Leeds Building Society and the Co-op.
Our team will review your financial statements and related communications and provide detailed advice on what you need to do to secure a Fair Tax Mark label. Once you are over the threshold, we’ll work with you to communicate your certification nationally.

Micro-enterprise (less than £1mn revenue)

People have a passion for supporting local companies that pay their taxes, be they coffee shops, grocery stores or community energy providers.
Our team will review your financial statements and work with you to co-create extra tax disclosures and policy commitments, in the form of a Fair Tax Mark Statement, that you can use to clearly evidence your leading-edge approach to responsible tax conduct.
Join a growing community of businesses that are proud to pay their fair share of corporate tax and contribute to public services locally.

A comprehensive explanation of the benefits of Fair Tax Mark certification is available at Seven magnificent reasons to pursue Fair Tax Mark accreditation.

Please note: the certification of micro-enterprises is currently only available in the UK, but we have plans to extend this globally in 2027.

“Paying the fair amount of taxes in the countries where the profits are made is indispensable if a company like ours is seriously committed to the Sustainable Development Goals. The Fair Tax Mark recognises this important aspect of fairness.”

Hans Willem van der Waal, CEO

“When we made the case for gaining the Fair Tax Mark back in 2014, we argued that paying fair tax would protect us against being unexpectedly impacted by the tightening of global or national tax rules. Over the past few years, it has done just that.”

Martin McEwen, Head of Tax

“[The Fair Tax Mark] helps build trust and credibility with our stakeholders, including customers, investors, and partners, reinforcing our commitment to ethical practices.”

Mark Williams, Director of Group Finance

“Contributing fairly via tax is one of the most important methods of increasing social welfare. Achieving the Fair Tax Mark shows that our business aligns with our principles.”

Mark Waddoups, Co-Founder

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