VAT in Europe - News

Avoiding VAT audits: best practices for OSS record-keeping

Date21 Aug 2025

CategoryE-commerce accounting, VAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Running an online business across Europe has never been easier. With the EU’s One-Stop Shop (OSS) system, small and medium e-commerce companies can sell into multiple Member States while only filing VAT returns in one […]

How to prepare your finance team for VAT OSS compliance? Checklists and workflows

Date20 Aug 2025

CategoryE-commerce, E-commerce accounting, VAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Running a small e-commerce business in the EU today almost always means looking beyond local borders. Customers in Germany, France, Spain or the Netherlands are only a few clicks away, and platforms like Allegro, Shopify […]

EU VAT OSS vs IOSS: which scheme fits your e‑commerce business?

Date20 Aug 2025

CategoryE-commerce accounting, Uncategorized, VAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

If you run a small e-commerce business in Europe, you’ve probably noticed that VAT rules don’t always make life easy. Before mid-2021, sellers who wanted to expand beyond their home country often had to register […]

How fiscal representation works in EU VAT compliance and when your business needs it

Date14 Aug 2025

CategoryE-commerce, VAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

If you’re running a small business or managing B2B operations in the EU, the world of VAT compliance can feel like stepping into a maze—full of rules, deadlines, and forms in languages you may not […]

VAT OSS threshold explained – what happens after €10,000

Date13 Aug 2025

CategoryE-commerce, VAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

If you run a small business in the EU, there’s one magic number you can’t afford to ignore: €10,000. On the surface, it might look like just another sales milestone. In reality, it’s a line […]

What VAT obligations do Amazon and Etsy sellers have under the OSS scheme?

Date12 Aug 2025

CategoryE-commerce, VAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

If you’re selling on Amazon or Etsy and your customers are spread across different EU countries, you’ve probably come across the term OSS — the One-Stop Shop scheme. This is not just another piece of […]

When and how to deregister from the VAT OSS scheme?

Date11 Aug 2025

CategoryE-commerce accounting, VAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

If you sell goods or certain services to customers in other EU countries, you’ve probably heard of the VAT One Stop Shop — or VAT OSS. This system was introduced to make life easier for […]

How to decide between VAT OSS and direct VAT registration in the EU?

Date11 Aug 2025

CategoryE-commerce accounting, VAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Expanding your business across Europe sounds exciting—more customers, more growth, more opportunities. The EU’s single market opens the door to 27 different countries without traditional trade barriers, making it easier than ever to sell abroad. […]

Managing returns and refunds under VAT OSS: how to stay compliant across EU countries

Date09 Jul 2025

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

The VAT One Stop Shop (OSS) was designed to make life easier for businesses selling to consumers across the EU. Instead of registering for VAT in every country where customers are located, sellers can report […]

VAT-OSS explained: common pain points and how to solve them

Date27 Jun 2025

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

If you sell goods or services online to customers across different EU countries, you’ve likely encountered the term VAT OSS – short for VAT One Stop Shop. Introduced by the European Union to simplify VAT […]

CABIN MAX x amavat

Date10 Jun 2025

CategoryE-commerce

In the world of low-cost airlines—where every inch and gram of luggage matters—Cabin Max has been a lifesaver for travelers for years. They’re the masterminds behind the iconic Metz Cabin Backpack and, since 2007, have […]

Poland vs Czech Republic: Which VAT jurisdiction is best for Amazon sellers?

Date03 Jun 2025

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Expanding your Amazon business across Europe is an exciting opportunity—but it also comes with important tax considerations. One of the key decisions sellers need to make when entering or scaling within the EU market is […]

VAT registration in the EU: do you really need it

Date22 May 2025

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Are you operating below the VAT radar… or heading straight toward a compliance issue? Expanding into the European Union can open up exciting opportunities for international growth — but it also introduces new regulatory responsibilities, […]

EU VAT Numbers Explained: Types, Formats, and Uses

Date14 May 2025

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

VAT — a small acronym that often causes uncertainty for businesses operating in the EU. But in reality, it’s not as complex as it might first appear. To keep things clear, let’s start with the […]

Amazon VAT compliance – what every seller in the EU needs to know

Date29 Apr 2025

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Selling on Amazon within the European Union is a significant growth opportunity for many entrepreneurs. But beyond logistics, marketing, or customer service, there’s one area that simply can’t be ignored – Amazon VAT compliance. This […]

How much does accounting for an online store cost?

Date22 Apr 2025

CategoryE-commerce accounting

Starting an online store today is easier than ever – all it takes is a solid idea, a sales platform, and a bit of determination. It’s no surprise that e-commerce in Poland is growing rapidly. […]

How to account for foreign sales in e-commerce?

Date15 Apr 2025

CategoryE-commerce accounting

Foreign sales in e-commerce are no longer reserved exclusively for the largest companies. Thanks to the development of logistics, marketplace platforms, and easy-to-use sales tools, more and more entrepreneurs are deciding to expand beyond the […]

Accounting for Allegro stores – how to properly settle sales?

Date08 Apr 2025

CategoryE-commerce accounting

Selling on Allegro can be a great business idea – whether as an additional source of income or a fully-fledged e-commerce venture. But regardless of the scale of your sales, sooner or later the question […]