Find out if you need to register
for VAT in the EU

Not sure if your business needs to register for VAT in the EU? Take our quick EU VAT quiz to check whether your sales, stock location or customer base could create a VAT registration requirement.

This VAT quiz is designed for ecommerce sellers, marketplaces, digital service providers and international businesses selling to customers in the EU. It can help you understand whether you may need EU VAT registration, IOSS, OSS or local VAT support.

Your result is only a guide, but it gives you a clear next step. If your business is selling cross-border, storing goods in the EU or growing into new markets, our VAT experts can review your position and explain what you need to do next.

GOT QUESTIONS?

Do I need to register for VAT in the EU?

You may need to register for VAT in the EU if you sell to EU customers, store goods in an EU country, or exceed relevant VAT rules for your sales model.

Is this VAT quiz for ecommerce sellers?

Yes. The quiz is especially useful for ecommerce sellers, marketplace sellers and businesses selling goods or digital services to EU customers.

What happens after I complete the quiz?

You’ll get a clearer idea of which VAT route may apply, such as VAT registration, IOSS, OSS or expert VAT advice.

Looking for more information?

We’ve got loads of information about the different kinds of registrations you might need. You can check them out below or book a call with a member of our team. You can tell them about your business, and they'll help you work out what you need to do (if anything).

Import One Stop Shop (IOSS)

An IOSS number makes clearing EU customs a breeze. Find out more about it here or download our in-depth IOSS guide.

Download the Guide

One Stop Shop (OSS)

With OSS, you can report sales between EU countries. If you’re based in the EU or using Amazon FBA, you should check it out!
Find out more here, or by downloading our EU VAT Guide (we wrote it especially for ecommerce sellers).

Download the Guide

Non-Union One Stop Shop (Non-Union OSS)

If you’re selling digital services – stuff like eBooks, downloadable sewing patterns, digital sheet music – this is the registration for you. Non-Union OSS makes VAT easy for non-EU sellers.

Find out more

VAT Registrations

There are lots of reasons you might need or want to register for VAT instead of an EU VAT scheme. For example, you’ll need to register for VAT if you’re holding your stock in an EU country.

Book a free consultation with an expert

Customer Reviews

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

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

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!

David, GB

"Simply VAT helped us do business"

Simply VAT helped us negotiate the EU VAT regulations and thus enabled us to transact business.Farha, our account manager, has been very good-

Simply VAT helped us negotiate the EU VAT regulations and thus enabled us to transact business.
Farha, our account manager, has been very good - quick to respond with the answers and the advice we needed.

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

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

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.