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Luxembourg VAT rates update as of January 1 2024

Luxembourg VAT Rates 2026 – Complete Guide for E-Commerce

Date26 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Luxembourg, a small country in the heart of Europe, has attracted e-commerce attention for years thanks to its business-friendly tax regulations. Despite having the lowest standard VAT rate in the entire European Union at 17%, […]

VAT settlement abroad – key aspects for e-commerce sellers

Date25 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Accounting for VAT abroad is becoming increasingly common with the growing popularity of e-commerce in the international arena. For e-commerce entrepreneurs, the need to properly settle VAT in transactions with customers outside the country is […]

Polands VAT rate change on food from April 1 2024

Poland VAT on Food 2026 – From 5% Back Toward Zero?

Date22 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

The VAT rate applied to basic food products in Poland has been through several changes since 2022, reflecting the government’s responses to shifting inflation levels. Understanding the current position — and what may be coming […]

VAT registration in Slovakia for e-commerce sector – key issues for online entrepreneurs

Date21 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

In the dynamic world of e-commerce, access to international markets has become an integral element of many entrepreneurs’ strategies. Slovakia, as an integral part of the European business landscape, offers attractive opportunities for the e-commerce […]

Benefits of registering for local VAT abroad for e-commerce companies

Date20 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

With the global growth of e-commerce, more and more companies are choosing to sell their products abroad. One important step they can take is to register for local VAT in the country to which they […]

VAT Registration in Spain - key steps and information for the e-commerce sector

VAT registration in Spain for the e-commerce sector – key steps and information

Date19 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

The expansion of e-commerce opens up global markets for entrepreneurs, facilitating the expansion into new territories and reaching a wide range of customers. However, one of the key aspects of expanding business is understanding and […]

Increase of INTRASTAT thresholds in Bulgaria

Date18 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

In today’s integrated European Union market, companies involved in international trade must focus not only on offering competitive products and services, but also on staying compliant with statistical and tax regulations. One requirement that often […]

Estonia’s VAT rate increase in 2024

Date15 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Driven by the need for national security and aiming for a balanced budget, Estonia has reformed its tax system. One of the key changes is the increase in the VAT rate from 20% to 22%, […]

Changes to impost and exports value thresholds in the Intrastat system for the Czech Republic

Czech Republic Intrastat 2026 – Thresholds, Obligations and Filing

Date13 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

For e-commerce businesses selling on the Czech market, Intrastat obligations are an important element of VAT compliance. The Czech Republic has seen growing interest from major international marketplaces and platforms, making up-to-date knowledge of Intrastat […]

Intra-Community VAT number (EU VAT) and how to check it

Date12 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

In today’s e-commerce environment, where businesses operate internationally, transactions across national borders are inevitable. In such a context, knowing the procedure for checking the intra-Community VAT number (EU VAT) is crucial for e-commerce sellers operating […]

VAT in Switzerland 2026 – Current Rates, Recent Changes and What’s Coming

Date08 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Switzerland is one of Europe’s most dynamic e-commerce markets, with up to 90% of the population shopping online regularly and the country ranking first in the UN Trade and Development B2C E-Commerce Index. For businesses […]

Changes in VAT Czech Republic coming into effect from 1 january 2024

VAT in the Czech Republic in 2026 – Rates, Registration and Key Rules for E-Commerce Businesses

Date06 Mar 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

The Czech Republic remains one of the most attractive Central European markets for e-commerce businesses. Its strategic location, developed logistics infrastructure and growing online consumer market make it an increasingly popular destination for international sellers. […]

Advantages and disadvantages of automating VAT invoices in the accounting process for Amazon sellers (Amazon Automated Invoicing)

Date05 Mar 2024

CategoryE-commerce accounting

Amazon Automated Invoicing is a service for Amazon sellers so that they don’t have to issue invoices themselves after each completed order. Amazon sends them to customers itself. This has revolutionized the way online sellers […]

VAT deregistration and VAT deduction: What does it mean for e-commerce taxpayers?

Date29 Feb 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

The Act of March 11, 2004, on Goods and Services Tax (VAT) provides for circumstances under which an active taxpayer may be deregistered and subsequently reinstated in the VAT register. What does this mean for […]

Companies from the UK and sales to the EU – tax settlements for e-commerce businesses

Date26 Feb 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Sales from the United Kingdom to European Union countries in the e-commerce industry. After Brexit, which signifies the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union, regulations regarding trade exchange and the sale of goods to […]

Latest information on VAT registration procedure in Germany

VAT in Germany 2026 – Registration, Rates and Compliance for E-Commerce

Date20 Feb 2024

CategoryE-commerce accounting

Every e-commerce business planning to expand into the German market must be aware of the tax obligations that come with it. Germany is the fourth largest economy in the world and one of Europe’s largest […]

Does accounting for e-commerce require industry knowledge? Challenges and traps for online sellers and their accountants

Date15 Feb 2024

CategoryE-commerce accounting

In today’s business landscape, e-commerce is becoming increasingly dynamic and competitive. For companies operating in this industry, maintaining effective accounting practices can pose a challenge due to the specificity of sales transactions and the diversity […]

VAT Compliance for e-commerce | amavat

Date02 Feb 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

VAT Compliance for e-commerce sellers – accurately manage VAT across the EU. E-commerce is one of the fastest-growing industries worldwide. Online stores are attracting an increasing number of customers each year. However, to keep up […]