End of Amazon VAT Services: Why amavat® is a perfect alternative
Date27 Aug 2024
CategoryE-commerce
Amazon, a leader in the e-commerce world, has long attracted sellers with the promise of easy access to international markets and support for managing sales and tax obligations. However, the […]
Harmonization of VAT in the EU: Evolution, current challenges, and impact on e-commerce businesses
Date08 Aug 2024
The harmonization of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the European Union (EU) is a key process for integrating the internal market, aimed at eliminating trade barriers between member states. This […]
VAT in the EU: Which countries have the lowest and highest rates and what is their significance for the e-commerce market?
Date31 Jul 2024
Value Added Tax (VAT) plays a crucial role in the tax systems of European Union (EU) countries, influencing the prices of goods and services. For e-commerce sellers, understanding and tracking […]
VAT regulations in the EU: What you need to know?
Date23 Jul 2024
Value Added Tax, commonly known as VAT, is a widely used consumption tax within the European Union. Its primary purpose is to burden the final consumer rather than businesses, although […]
VAT rates in the EU in 2024: Overview and analysis
Date09 Jul 2024
Value added tax (VAT) is one of the main sources of budget revenues in European Union (EU) countries. As an indirect tax, VAT is included in the price of goods […]
Belgium VAT & E-Commerce Guide 2026 – Rates, Registration and Compliance
Date04 Jul 2024
Belgium, with its dynamic economy and growing online consumer base, remains an attractive destination for e-commerce businesses expanding into new EU markets. Understanding and adhering to Belgian VAT regulations is […]
Comparison of Amazon VAT Services with VAT Compliance Services by amavat®
Date28 Jun 2024
CategoryE-commerce
Managing tax obligations across various jurisdictions is a significant challenge for large-scale sellers. The complexity of tax regulations and the necessity of timely VAT returns can be particularly difficult for […]
VAT in Lithuania: Rates, Registration and Compliance Guide 2026
Date27 Jun 2024
The Value Added Tax (VAT) is a fundamental component of Lithuania’s tax system, as it is in most European Union countries. In Lithuania, this tax is referred to as Pridėtinės […]
VAT in Sweden in 2026: Rates, Registration, Returns and Intrastat
Date17 Jun 2024
Value Added Tax (VAT), known in Sweden as Mervärdesskatt (Moms), is a fundamental element of the Swedish tax system and an important source of government revenue. VAT applies to most […]
VAT in the Netherlands in 2026 – Rates, Registration and Compliance Guide
Date13 Jun 2024
Value Added Tax (VAT), known in the Netherlands as BTW (Belasting over de Toegevoegde Waarde), is a fundamental component of the Dutch tax system. The Netherlands remains one of the […]
Amazon warehouses in Europe: What VAT rates apply in the countries where warehouses are located?
Date07 Jun 2024
Amazon is a leading player in the European e-commerce market and one of the most important trading platforms globally. It has a widely expanded network of warehouses in Europe, enabling […]
VAT in Austria: Rates, Registration and Compliance Guide 2026
Date03 Jun 2024
Doing business in Austria requires familiarity with the country’s tax regulations, particularly Value Added Tax (VAT), known locally as Umsatzsteuer (USt). Understanding the Austrian VAT system is essential for any […]
IVA – VAT in Italy: Rates, Registration and Compliance Guide 2026
Date31 May 2024
The VAT tax, known in Italy as IVA (Imposta sul Valore Aggiunto), has been a key element of the Italian tax system since its introduction in 1972. Understanding the applicable […]
VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA): From Proposal to Law — 2026 Status and Implementation Timeline
Date28 May 2024
The “VAT in the Digital Age” (ViDA) package is no longer a proposal under discussion — it is now EU law. The ViDA package was adopted on 11 March 2025 […]
Selling on Amazon: Amazon warehouses in Europe in the context of VAT calculation
Date27 May 2024
Amazon is a giant player in the European e-commerce market and one of the largest trading platforms in the world. It has an extensive network of warehouses in Europe, which […]
VAT in Portugal in 2026: Rates, Registration, Returns and Intrastat
Date22 May 2024
Value Added Tax (VAT), known in Portugal as IVA (Imposto sobre o Valor Acrescentado), is a fundamental part of the Portuguese tax system. As a member of the European Union, […]
UK VAT Penalties for E-Commerce Businesses: 2026 Guide
Date17 May 2024
Registering for UK VAT and obtaining a UK VAT number opens up new opportunities for e-commerce businesses operating in the British market. However, registration comes not only with privileges but […]
VAT rates in Spain 2024 – What you need to know
Date14 May 2024
Value Added Tax (VAT) plays a crucial role in the economy of every country, regulating the taxation of goods and services. In Spain, like in many other European countries, there […]