Does Amazon Europe require VAT for FBA? How to declare VAT?

Sellers who sell products on Amazon Europe and use Amazon FBA services may encounter a problem: Do they need to register and declare Value Added Tax (VAT) before they can use FBA services?

1. Does Amazon Europe require VAT for FBA delivery?

Yes.

First of all, Amazon Europe usually requires sellers who use FBA services to register and declare local VAT. This is because according to EU regulations, if sellers store goods in the EU and deliver them through FBA, they are considered to be selling in the EU and therefore need to comply with relevant tax policies.

Specifically, sellers need to apply for a valid local VAT number and declare and pay VAT in accordance with the regulations of the relevant country. Different European countries may have slightly different VAT requirements and policies, so sellers need to understand and comply with local laws and regulations in advance.

Secondly, registering and declaring VAT is very important for sellers using FBA services. If sellers fail to register or fail to declare in accordance with regulations, they may face consequences such as fines, tax investigations, and business suspension.

Therefore, it is very important to understand and comply with local tax policies in a timely manner.

When dealing with VAT registration and declaration, sellers can seek help from professional tax consulting and service agencies. These agencies usually have rich experience and expertise and can provide sellers with comprehensive tax guidance and support.

At the same time, Amazon also provides sellers with corresponding tools and resources to help them better understand and meet tax requirements.

2. How to declare VAT on Amazon Europe?

Amazon Europe is a multinational e-commerce platform. Sellers need to comply with the tax regulations and requirements of EU countries when selling goods. Here are some basic steps on how to declare VAT on Amazon Europe.

First, understand the tax requirements of EU countries. Different EU countries have different methods for reporting and calculating value-added tax (VAT). Sellers need to understand and be familiar with local tax regulations in advance to ensure that they can declare VAT in the correct way.

Secondly, register for a local VAT number. According to EU regulations, sellers need to have a valid local VAT number when selling goods. Sellers can apply for a VAT number through the website of the local tax agency or other channels, and provide relevant supporting documents as required.

Next, set up the tax information for Amazon Europe. Log in to your Seller Central account and find the "Tax Information" section on the "Settings" page. Fill in the corresponding tax information according to your situation and needs, including VAT number and tax registration address, etc.

Then, upload the VAT certification documents. Depending on the requirements of different countries, you may need to provide relevant certification documents, such as company registration certificate, tax registration certificate, etc.