Category: European VAT

New ecommerce rules for imported goods  After being postponed once due to the global pandemic, the new EU VAT rules for ecommerce are coming in July. Not only will these affect the VAT treatment of goods already in free circulation in the EU, but the new set of VAT…

With the 2021 EU VAT changes fast approaching, we’re here to clear up the VAT responsibilities of sellers using Amazon’s Pan-EU FBA programme.   Barely has the dust settled on all of the Brexit changes and the EU is signing a Directive to shake up…

The rules for ecommerce taxation in the EU are drastically changing from 01 July 2021. As always when it comes to taxation, planning and understanding your obligations is key. Forget what you have learned so far regarding EU distance sales and VAT rules for e-commerce as everything…

Poland: New SAF-T Requirements What is new in Polish VAT? After being postponed several times by the tax administration and due to the global pandemic, the new SAF-T return has become effective in Poland as of 1st October 2020. This…

Amazon expansion into Sweden: what are the tax implications?  Amazon has announced the launch of Amazon.se, the latest Amazon store in a country where consumers are keen online shoppers with a high purchase power.   The expansion to a new market means further business opportunities for sellers,…

Selling on Amazon after Brexit: Sellers informed of changes to fulfilment options in preparation for the end of the transition period With so much going on in the world right now, it’s understandable that Brexit and it’s impacts might not…

Postponement of the 2021 VAT ecommerce package has been formally adopted by the EU  The implementation of the 2021 VAT ecommerce package has now formally been postponed by the European Council. This means that the new rules will apply as of 1st of July 2021 instead of 1st of January 2021. The 6-month delay…

Poland introduces a new system to simplify VAT rate classification As of 1st July 2020, Poland is introducing a new VAT rate matrix which will change the classification of goods and services for VAT purposes. This change will aim to simplify the VAT rate system in…

The tax authorities in Germany are looking to temporarily reduce their VAT rates in an effort to stimulate the economy and alleviate pressure on businesses. Germany has announced its plans to reduce the economic impact and drive local demand with…

How transforming your business to meet these new challenges might cause unexpected VAT liability When a crisis hits, the only way to thrive is usually to adapt and respond creatively to the challenges. The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic is no exception. We have not only seen a boom in ecommerce with traditional…