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 […]
Mandatory e-invoicing for B2B and B2G in Europe: Implementation deadlines
Date10 Jun 2024
CategoryE-commerce accounting
The European Union, striving to meet the challenges of the evolving digital economy, has proposed the “VAT in Digital Age” (ViDA) package. This initiative, presented by the European Commission in […]
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 […]
EU VAT Scheme for Small Businesses 2026 – Rules, Exemptions and How It Works
Date08 May 2024
Since 1 January 2025, a new EU VAT framework for small businesses has been in force across European Union member states. Based on Council Directive (EU) 2020/285, the scheme fundamentally […]
The key to success in e-commerce: Understanding VAT in Europe
Date22 Apr 2024
Understanding VAT in Europe is key to success in conducting international e-commerce. As of July 1, 2021, new VAT rules for cross-border e-commerce came into effect, introducing significant changes for […]
VAT in Poland 2026 – Rates, Registration and Compliance Guide
Date11 Apr 2024
Value Added Tax (VAT) is one of the key elements in conducting e-commerce activities in Poland. Understanding the current VAT rates can have a significant impact on your business decisions […]
Germany VAT 2026 – Rates, Registration and Tax Obligations for E-commerce Sellers
Date09 Apr 2024
Germany remains one of the largest e-commerce markets in Europe and a key destination for online sellers looking to expand internationally. However, operating in the German market requires a solid […]
Taxation of VAT on sales of goods to the UK
Date08 Apr 2024
Brexit has caused complications related to the taxation of sales of goods to Great Britain and the settlement of UK VAT. The methods of VAT settlement returns for sales to […]
UK VAT Registration for E-Commerce Sellers: 2026 Guide
Date03 Apr 2024
The United Kingdom remains one of the most important markets for European e-commerce businesses. However, since the UK left the EU on 1 January 2021, the rules for selling into […]
EU VAT Registration and OSS for E-Commerce 2026 – Complete Guide
Date29 Mar 2024
VAT registration across European countries requires not only a general knowledge of tax systems, but also a solid understanding of local regulations. Each EU member state has its own rules, […]
Luxembourg VAT Rates 2026 – Complete Guide for E-Commerce
Date26 Mar 2024
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 […]
Poland VAT on Food 2026 – From 5% Back Toward Zero?
Date22 Mar 2024
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 — […]
Benefits of registering for local VAT abroad for e-commerce companies
Date20 Mar 2024
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 […]
Estonia’s VAT rate increase in 2024
Date15 Mar 2024
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 […]
Intra-Community VAT number (EU VAT) and how to check it
Date12 Mar 2024
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 […]