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Everything you need to know about DAC7 [FAQs]
DAC7 Reporting Obligations 2025  With the introduction of DAC7 in 2022, online retailers trading on marketplaces such as Amazon may fall within the scope of the new reporting obligations of digital platforms. Under the new initiative, online marketplaces must report sellers’ revenue and business information to tax authorities annually when facilitating supplies to EU consumers.  […]


July 26, 2024
How to Get More Ecommerce Sales in Europe
International ecommerce sales in Europe are increasing year on year, but how can you take advantage of the trend? What are businesses doing to get more ecommerce sales in Europe? The key is knowing your target market and their expectations, then finding ways to meet them.  Know who you’re selling to  Ultimately, good market research […]


June 24, 2024
9 Tips for Your EU Ecommerce Growth Strategy 
The EU single market is the largest single market in the world and sees increasing ecommerce sales year-on-year. With half a billion people in the EU across 27 member states there’s lots of potential to reach new customers. All expansions are an investment, and moving into Europe is no different. The Union and each member state […]


February 27, 2023
CESOP and Payment Service Reporting Obligations 2024
Starting in 2024, payment service providers facilitating cross-border payments in the EU will be compelled to transmit data on international payments originating from the EU to the upcoming Central Electronic System of Payment Information (CESOP), a centralised database accessible to EU tax authorities. Under the new obligations, institutions and businesses offering payment services will need […]


November 8, 2022
EU Black Friday: Ethical Consumerism in 2022
‘Black Friday’ is the term used to describe the day that begins the Christmas shopping period. Originating in the US, Black Friday has gone global, as international businesses offer discounted prices and promotions on this day annually.  Amazon first introduced Black Friday to Europe in 2010. In its EU debut, the marketplace giant introduced 'Black […]


November 1, 2022
Inflation Cost-Cutting Tips: How to Reduce Business Costs
This is a guest post written by our partners at MultiplyMii. In combating the effects of rising prices, companies now gear up to find solutions to the million-dollar question: how to reduce business costs in 2022? Let’s face it: running a profitable business has become even more difficult nowadays. Inflation rates are starting to hit […]


September 23, 2022
VAT and The Metaverse: Taxing Virtual Transactions  
Taxation in the metaverse is a complex and emerging topic. Can VAT legislation keep up with the fast-paced digital world? Does holding virtual events or selling goods and services have tax implications? Considering how VAT and the metaverse may interact might be key to staying ahead of the curve in 2022.   The launch of Web […]


August 23, 2022
How to Set Up A Business in the EU and UK
Ecommerce is rising exponentially, and since the pandemic, there’s been no shortage of investors looking to set up a business in the EU and UK. While the idea is simple and may align with most business niches, it’s not as easy to execute an expansion strategy without the right expertise at your disposal. Right off […]


July 26, 2022
NFTs and VAT: Are Non-Fungible Tokens Taxable? 
Can NFTs be taxed? Seeing exponential growth in the last few years, the NFT (Non-Fungible Tokens) market has been steadily increasing in popularity. But with unfamiliar territory comes new questions, with the relationship between NFTs and VAT being considered.   What are NFTs?  NFTs are cryptographic tokens, which are virtual tokens of currency or a denomination […]


April 12, 2022
How to apply HS Codes in 2024
What are HS codes?  HS (Harmonised System) tariff codes refer to calculated rates which are applied to all goods that are traded internationally. These codes are essentially a naming system developed by the WCO (World Customs Organisation) to categorise products, ensuring the correct tariffs are applied. This is essential as goods are categorised for their […]
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