VAT Audit Support for Businesses Facing Tax Authority Checks

Q: What documents do I need to have for the audit?

You’ll need to gather VAT returns and filings, sales and purchase invoices, proof of VAT payments and refunds, and import/export documentation if applicable.

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Being audited by a tax authority? SimplyVAT helps ecommerce and international businesses prepare VAT records, review returns, answer audit questions, communicate with tax authorities and resolve VAT compliance checks quickly.

Don’t fret – we'll handle it.

So, you’re being audited. Don’t worry – it's usually routine. It will require a lot of work though, especially if you’re having to translate everything first. Audits usually require:

Collecting, preparing and submitting documents
Assessing what’s already been reported
Working out what’s needed to resolve the audit
Amending previously filed returns

Knowing what to do is half the battle, and our expertise means we’re able to respond quickly. A quick response can reduce a penalty and, in some cases, totally avoid fees and penalties.

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VAT Audit FAQs

What is a VAT Audit?

A VAT audit is when a tax authority reviews your VAT returns. They compare your returns to invoices and other supporting documents to make sure you’re paying the right amount of VAT.

What documents do I need to have for the audit?

You’ll need to gather:

VAT returns and filings
Sales and purchase invoices
Proof of VAT payments and refunds
Import/export documentation (if applicable)

Can I avoid a VAT audit?

No, not really. A portion of all VAT audits are done at random, so there’s always a chance you’ll be audited. The best thing to do is be prepared by keeping your documents in order.

How long does a VAT audit take?

It depends. Some can be concluded in a few days; others can take months.

Why am I being audited?

There are lots of reasons tax authorities will want to audit your accounts:

To check that VAT is being paid correctly (that you’re not underpaying or overpaying)

To confirm that a VAT refund is valid (this is most common in Germany)

To double-check returns from companies filing infrequently or operating in high-risk industries

To find cases of VAT fraud or tax evasion

To investigate inconsistent or late filings

The majority are routine checks, rather than because you’ve done something wrong.

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“They saved me a lot of time and potential complications in the future, which I am very grateful for” - Gosha Jacewicz, UK

Working through audits all the time means being really organised, and our team are just that. We’ll sort through all your documents and make sure everything matches. Get us to audit your accounts and catch any mistakes before a tax authority does (without having to do the work yourself).

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