VAT Compliance in international expansion: Practical tips
Date26 Jul 2024
International expansion can open new horizons for companies, but it also presents complex challenges related to compliance with diverse tax regulations. One key aspect requiring attention during international expansion is […]
Spain – VAT on Essential Food Items: From Temporary Relief to Current Rates (2026)
Date25 Jul 2024
Between January 2023 and December 2024, the Spanish government introduced a series of temporary VAT reductions on essential food items to ease the impact of inflation on households. Those emergency […]
Holiday procedure in France: How does the VAT holiday settlement work?
Date18 Jul 2024
France VAT Summer Holiday Procedure – 2026 Update The French tax authorities continue to allow certain VAT-registered businesses filing monthly VAT returns under the standard regime (Régime Réel Normal) to […]
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 […]
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 […]
Intrastat in Spain: A comprehensive guide
Date05 Jun 2024
Intrastat is a statistical system used to monitor the flow of goods between European Union countries. In Spain, as in other EU countries, businesses are required to submit Intrastat declarations […]
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 […]
Intrastat in Estonia 2026 – Thresholds, Deadlines and Compliance Guide
Date24 May 2024
Estonia uses the Intrastat system to monitor and analyse intra-EU trade in goods. The rules concerning thresholds, submission deadlines, and procedures are clearly defined. This guide covers the current requirements […]
E-Invoicing in Germany 2026 – Mandatory B2B Requirements, Timeline and Formats
Date23 May 2024
CategoryE-commerce accounting
E-invoicing has been a mandatory component of Business-to-Government (B2G) transactions in Germany since November 2020. The next major phase — mandatory B2B e-invoicing — is now actively rolling out, with […]
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, […]
Intrastat in Latvia 2026 – Thresholds, Deadlines and Compliance Guide
Date20 May 2024
For entrepreneurs operating in the e-commerce sector and conducting intra-EU trade involving Latvia, knowledge of and compliance with Intrastat declaration requirements are essential. Thresholds are reviewed annually, and 2026 brings […]
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 […]
Intrastat in Italy: Guide for e-commerce sellers
Date10 May 2024
Intrastat is a reporting system for intra-EU trade between European Union countries. Italy, as a member of the EU, also implements this system for statistical and fiscal purposes. For e-commerce […]