VAT Support Designed for Ecommerce Brands

We get registrations and returns done for you, so you can sell to new customers in Europe and Canada without hassle.
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For over ten years SimplyVAT has been supporting ecommerce sellers with their VAT. From registrations and returns to audits and refunds, we’ve done it all. We helped British sellers adjust to running their businesses outside the EU after Brexit, and Canadian-origin goods find new customers-for-life.
Whether you’re selling thousands of units through a marketplace or you’re just getting started with your own website, we’re here to help.

Do you have customers all over Europe?

Ecommerce VAT rules are complicated. It’s also our specialty. Where your customers live and where you’re holding your stock will impact what you need to do about VAT. We’ll help you work out where your obligations are and help you get compliant. 
Let us handle the tax so you can focus on what you’re good at – making sales.

EU VAT for Ecommerce eBook

VAT rules are sprawling and complex, so we’ve narrowed down it down to just the information ecommerce sellers need. Things like the One Stop Shop schemes, how they work and what the alternatives to registration are. 
Download it now

Reports and Returns made easy
with our APIs

Connect your stores to our VAT platform Tribexa, and get your returns done in just a couple of clicks. Tribexa currently connects to Amazon, eBay, Shopify and WooCommerce. At the start of the month we automatically pull all your sales data into Tribexa, so all you have to do is approve your return once we’ve done all the heavy lifting.

What VAT rates should you be charging?

Every country sets its own VAT rates and most have reduced rates. How do you know what rate should you be applying to your products? Some products are services are reduced rated in some countries and not in others.
Send us your commodity codes and our team of experts will tell you what rate to apply to your product in any EU country. 
VAT Rate Review

The 2021 EU VAT Ecommerce Package

Before 2021, the EU’s VAT rules didn’t account for ecommerce (because it barely existed when they were written). With more and more online sellers trading across multiple member states, things had to change.

The 2021 EU VAT Ecommerce Package was designed to simply VAT for people selling goods and services across the EU. Amongst other things, the package created One Stop Shop (OSS) and Import One Stop Shop (IOSS), VAT schemes that reduced the amount of paperwork B2C sellers had to do.

EU VAT Quiz

Cut your research time to 30 seconds with our EU VAT quiz. 
Find out which EU VAT scheme suits your business best (of if you need to register at all).
Take the quiz

Our Partners

Growing ecommerce businesses have a lot of moving parts. We want to see your business flourish, so we’ve partnered with some of the best providers in the industry. No matter what you need help with we know someone who can help you (and usually for a discount).
Check out our Partners

Ecommerce VAT FAQs

How do I get an EORI number?

We can get you an EORI number and help you decide which country you should register in. We’ll need some details about your business, so book a call and we’ll get things started.

How do I get an EORI number
What’s the cost of an EORI number?
EORI number processing time:

We can get you an EORI number and help you decide which country you should register in. We’ll need some details about your business, so book a call and we’ll get things started.

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Whether you need to register for VAT (and get a VAT number) depends on a list of factors:

  • Where your customers are
  • Who your customers are (B2C/B2B)
  • Where your stock is
  • Where you’re based

Generally speaking, if you’re selling goods to private individuals in the EU or UK, you’ll need to register either for VAT or a VAT scheme like IOSS.

Whether you need to charge your customers VAT will depend on if you’re VAT registered or not. You might need to be registered and therefore charge VAT, depending on where you’re based, where your customers are, what you’re selling.

To work out how much VAT you need to charge, you’ll first need to work out what VAT rate applies to your product. VAT rates are a percentage of the net price of a product. So, if you’re selling something at the standard rate in the UK, you’ll need to add 20% to your net price. For example:

Net price = GBP 100

Standard rate = 20%

Total Price = GBP 120

If you have the option to register for VAT it might be useful for you to. Registering for VAT allows you to reclaim input and import VAT. In some countries being VAT registered lets you use schemes like Duty Deferment, which can help with your cash flow.
Yes! Though technically the VAT is applied to the goods or services you’re selling.
You’ll have to start collecting VAT on your sales once you’re registered for VAT or an EU VAT Scheme like IOSS. When you need to register will depend on your circumstances.
VAT rates are applied to goods and services and each country sets different rates for different product categories. Which percentage you need to apply to your net price will depend on which country your customer is based in and what that country rates your product.

The most trusted VAT support for ecommerce businesses

Monika Milcarz, GB
We are using the SimplyVAT service for our EU VAT returns
We are using the Simply Vat service for ages. They never let us down. Very reliable and responsible company with great customer managers. Highly recommended.
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We are using the SimplyVAT service for ages. They never let us down. Very reliable and responsible company with great customer managers. Highly recommended.


Vincent, Switzerland
A very professional firm
A very professional firm that has taken the pain away from our monthly EU VAT filings. I can only vouch for their high level of service
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A very professional firm that has taken the pain away from our monthly EU VAT filings. I can only vouch for their high level of service and quick response time to our various questions. What a difference from our previous provider (VatGlobal). Do not hesitate to use them.


James Hole, Portugal
Making life simpler
The world of EU VAT registration is fraught with complexity and unseen hurdles. SimplyVAT navigated all of this for us
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The world of EU VAT registration is fraught with complexity and unseen hurdles. SimplyVAT navigated all of this for us efficiently and effectively, indluding extracting refunds!
Communication was excellent!


Naja Hendriksen, GB
Brilliant support!
I love being creative and sharing my work with the world, but taxes does my head in, and EU VAT even more so! However, with the help from everyone at SimplyVAT -
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I love being creative and sharing my work with the world, but taxes does my head in, and EU VAT even more so! However, with the help from everyone at SimplyVAT - from the initial client call, to signing up, to registering with the EU for VAT - I've had excellent support.

Especially the calls I have had with Tamara and Debbie have been priceless, they walked me through my VAT return step-by-step, using language I could understand (translating TAX-lingo whenever needed).

With their guidance and reassurance I feel confident my business will run smoothly, with all EU VAT requirements met. Can't recommend SimplyVAT enough


Michael
“Their tailored advice streamlined our VAT processes significantly.”
SimplyVAT provided exceptional service from day one. Their team took the time to understand our business needs and offered tailored advice
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SimplyVAT provided exceptional service from day one. Their team took the time to understand our business needs and offered tailored advice that streamlined our VAT processes. Communication was always prompt, and their support made a complex task feel straightforward.


Emma
“SimplyVAT’s expertise helped us expand confidently into new markets.”
As a small business looking to expand internationally, we were overwhelmed by VAT regulations. SimplyVAT’s team guided us through every step
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As a small business looking to expand internationally, we were overwhelmed by VAT regulations. SimplyVAT’s team guided us through every step with confidence and professionalism. Their expertise gave us the assurance to enter new markets without worrying about compliance issues.


James
“SimplyVAT’s responsive team kept our VAT filings on schedule.”
Working with SimplyVAT has been a game-changer for our business. Their team is incredibly responsive, ensuring all our VAT filings are submitted on time without any hassle.
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Working with SimplyVAT has been a game-changer for our business. Their team is incredibly responsive, ensuring all our VAT filings are submitted on time without any hassle. They’ve taken a huge weight off our shoulders, allowing us to focus on growth.


Sarah
“Their clear guidance turned VAT complexity into a manageable task.”
I was dreading dealing with VAT for our growing e-commerce business, but SimplyVAT made it so much easier. T
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I was dreading dealing with VAT for our growing e-commerce business, but SimplyVAT made it so much easier. Their team provided clear, step-by-step guidance and was always available to clarify doubts. It’s rare to find a service that combines expertise with such approachable support.


Mark
“SimplyVAT’s proactive support saved us hours on VAT compliance.”
SimplyVAT has been a fantastic partner for our business. Their team is always proactive, answering questions before we even ask them, and their expertise
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SimplyVAT has been a fantastic partner for our business. Their team is always proactive, answering questions before we even ask them, and their expertise has saved us countless hours on VAT compliance. Highly recommend their services to any business looking to simplify their tax processes.


SimplyVAT customer
“SimplyVAT’s platform made VAT compliance simple and stress-free.”
Really smooth process from start to finish. I represent a Kiwi company entering the EU market and looked around at options for helping sort VAT.
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Really smooth process from start to finish. I represent a Kiwi company entering the EU market and looked around at options for helping sort VAT. SimplyVAT were excellent right from the start - making what would have been a very complicated process simple and clear. Clear communication and a nice backend portal made the process run smoothly.


Ajay
“Liza and Sonja delivered flawless VAT compliance support.”
Flawless service, by SimplyVAT have had excellent service first by Liza and then Sonja. Both have been amazing
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Flawless service, by SimplyVAT have had excellent service first by Liza and then Sonja. Both have been amazing


Christoffer
“SimplyVAT quickly understood our needs for seamless e-commerce VAT solutions.”
Amazing experience! This is a game changer for those in the E-commerce space etc. They quickly understand your needs and finds the best approach.
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Full Review: Amazing experience! This is a game changer for those in the E-commerce space etc. They quickly understand your needs and finds the best approach. Would highly recommend


David
“Vittoria’s exceptional care ensures our VAT filings are always on track.”
We have been working with Simply VAT for years now. We always get a great service from them and Vittoria always looks after our account really well.
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We have been working with Simply VAT for years now. We always get a great service from them and Vittoria always looks after our account really well.


Anthony
“Vittoria’s thorough communication restored our faith in SimplyVAT’s service.”
Our account manager, Vittoria, provides a consistently high level of communication and service, which. She is very quick at replying and is very thorough in her responses as well.
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Our account manager, Vittoria, provides a consistently high level of communication and service, which. She is very quick at replying and is very thorough in her responses as well. Our previous account manager wasn't great and we were considering leaving SimplyVAT, but to her credit, Vittoria came in and restored our faith in the company. Thanks again 🙂


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