Registering for VAT – Amazon VAT Services

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How do I know if I need to register for VAT in the EU?

The below information will help with understanding your potential VAT obligations, whether you need to register for VAT in an EU member state depends on the way you conduct your business. The key factors that determine if you have an obligation to register for VAT are: your business’ country of establishment, the location of your inventory, and your level of sales (read more about the ‘VAT thresholds’ in EU countries).

We’ve partnered with tax advisory firm KPMG to put together a simple test to help you work out if you need to register for VAT. Take the test now ›

Where is your business established?

In the United Kingdom

You need to register for VAT in the UK if:

You store goods in the UK; and
You sell them to consumers based in the UK; and
Your sales exceed the UK domestic VAT threshold of £85,000.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

In a different EU Country

You need to register for VAT in the UK if:

You store your goods in the UK or
You sell to UK-based consumers (non-business); and
Your sales exceed the UK distance selling VAT threshold of £70,000.

Outside the EU

You need to register for VAT in the UK if:

You sell goods that you store in the UK to customers based in the EU.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

Read more in our VAT FAQ ›

How to register for VAT in the UK

Option 1: File on your own

Once you have established you need to register for VAT in the UK, submit an application form to the UK tax authorities. You can do this online on the HMRC (the UK tax authority) website ›

At the end of the VAT registration process you will be provided with a VAT number. You can use this to:

File VAT tax returns - Tell HMRC how much VAT you have collected and start claiming any VAT credit you may have accrued.
Issue VAT invoices - where you show the VAT collected from customers
Claim money back on your business expenses - (as well as import VAT paid at the time goods are imported into the EU). See how to claim VAT back on business expenses for more information ›

Option 2: Let Amazon help

Free VAT Registration and Filings*

VAT Services on Amazon is a convenient and cost-effective solution for handling your VAT registration and filing requirements directly from Seller Central. You are invited to use VAT Services on Amazon free for the first year of subscription to handle your VAT Registrations and Filings. Learn more about VAT Services on Amazon ›

Promotion details

* Terms and conditions for free one-year subscription to VAT Services on Amazon

If you have questions about your VAT compliance and obligations, it’s always best to seek professional advice.

Note: Goods which are imported into the EU are subject to Customs duty and Import VAT.

New to Selling on Amazon

You indicated you do not already have a seller account on Amazon. Signing up for the monthly no-commitment plan allows sellers to reach tens of millions of shoppers on Amazon.co.uk and online in Europe. The monthly selling plan includes incredible benefits to help those just starting out and those looking to grow their business.

See more information here about how it works to Sell on Amazon ›

How do I know if I need to register for VAT in the EU?

The below information will help with understanding your potential VAT obligations, whether you need to register for VAT in an EU member state depends on the way you conduct your business. The key factors that determine if you have an obligation to register for VAT are: your business’ country of establishment, the location of your inventory, and your level of sales (read more about the ‘VAT thresholds’ in EU countries).

We’ve partnered with tax advisory firm KPMG to put together a simple test to help you work out if you need to register for VAT. Take the test now ›

Where is your business established?

In Germany

You need to register for VAT in Germany if:

You store goods in the Germany; and
You sell them to consumers based in Germany; and
Your sales exceed the German domestic VAT threshold of €17,500.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

In a different EU Country

You need to register for VAT in Germany if:

You store your goods in Germany or
You sell to German-based consumers (non-business); and
Your sales exceed Germany distance selling VAT threshold of €100,000.

Outside the EU

You need to register for VAT in Germany if:

You sell goods that you store in Germany to customers based in the EU.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

Read more in our VAT FAQ ›

How to register for VAT in Germany

Option 1: File on your own

Once you have established you need to register for VAT in Germany you are required to submit an application form to German tax authorities. Further information can be found at the BZSt, the German Federal Central Tax Office ›

At the end of the VAT registration process you will be provided with a VAT number. You can use this to:

File VAT tax returns - Tell BZSt how much VAT you have collected and start claiming any VAT credit you may have accrued.
Issue VAT invoices - where you show the VAT collected from customers
Claim money back on your business expenses - (as well as import VAT paid at the time goods are imported into the EU). See how to claim VAT back on business expenses for more information ›

Option 2: Let Amazon help

Free VAT Registration and Filings*

VAT Services on Amazon is a convenient and cost-effective solution for handling your VAT registration and filing requirements directly from Seller Central. You are invited to use VAT Services on Amazon free for the first year of subscription to handle your VAT Registrations and Filings. Learn more about VAT Services on Amazon ›

Promotion details

* Terms and conditions for free one-year subscription to VAT Services on Amazon

If you have questions about your VAT compliance and obligations, it’s always best to seek professional advice.

Note: Goods which are imported into the EU are subject to Customs duty and Import VAT.

Thanks for Selling on Amazon

You indicated you already have a seller account on Amazon.

Please click here to login to your seller account.

Helpful quick links (Seller Central login required):

How do I know if I need to register for VAT in the EU?

The below information will help with understanding your potential VAT obligations, whether you need to register for VAT in an EU member state depends on the way you conduct your business. The key factors that determine if you have an obligation to register for VAT are: your business’ country of establishment, the location of your inventory, and your level of sales (read more about the ‘VAT thresholds’ in EU countries).

We’ve partnered with tax advisory firm KPMG to put together a simple test to help you work out if you need to register for VAT. Take the test now ›

Where is your business established?

In Germany

You need to register for VAT in Germany if:

You store goods in the Germany; and
You sell them to consumers based in Germany; and
Your sales exceed the German domestic VAT threshold of €17,500.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

In a different EU Country

You need to register for VAT in Germany if:

You store your goods in Germany or
You sell to German-based consumers (non-business); and
Your sales exceed Germany distance selling VAT threshold of €100,000.

Outside the EU

You need to register for VAT in Germany if:

You sell goods that you store in Germany to customers based in the EU.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

Read more in our VAT FAQ ›

How to register for VAT in Germany

Option 1: File on your own

Once you have established you need to register for VAT in Germany you are required to submit an application form to German tax authorities. Further information can be found at the BZSt, the German Federal Central Tax Office ›

At the end of the VAT registration process you will be provided with a VAT number. You can use this to:

File VAT tax returns - Tell BZSt how much VAT you have collected and start claiming any VAT credit you may have accrued.
Issue VAT invoices - where you show the VAT collected from customers
Claim money back on your business expenses - (as well as import VAT paid at the time goods are imported into the EU). See how to claim VAT back on business expenses for more information ›

Option 2: Let Amazon help

Free VAT Registration and Filings*

VAT Services on Amazon is a convenient and cost-effective solution for handling your VAT registration and filing requirements directly from Seller Central. You are invited to use VAT Services on Amazon free for the first year of subscription to handle your VAT Registrations and Filings. Learn more about VAT Services on Amazon ›

Promotion details

* Terms and conditions for free one-year subscription to VAT Services on Amazon

If you have questions about your VAT compliance and obligations, it’s always best to seek professional advice.

Note: Goods which are imported into the EU are subject to Customs duty and Import VAT.

New to Selling on Amazon

You indicated you do not already have a seller account on Amazon. Signing up for the monthly no-commitment plan allows sellers to reach tens of millions of shoppers on Amazon.co.uk and online in Europe. The monthly selling plan includes incredible benefits to help those just starting out and those looking to grow their business.

See more information here about how it works to Sell on Amazon ›

How do I know if I need to register for VAT in the EU?

The below information will help with understanding your potential VAT obligations, whether you need to register for VAT in an EU member state depends on the way you conduct your business. The key factors that determine if you have an obligation to register for VAT are: your business’ country of establishment, the location of your inventory, and your level of sales (read more about the ‘VAT thresholds’ in EU countries).

We’ve partnered with tax advisory firm KPMG to put together a simple test to help you work out if you need to register for VAT. Take the test now ›

Where is your business established?

In France

You need to register for VAT in France if:

You store goods in France; and
You sell them to consumers based in France; and
Your sales exceed the French domestic VAT threshold of €82,200.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

In a different EU Country

You need to register for VAT in France if:

You store your goods in France or
You sell to French-based consumers (non-business); and
Your sales exceed French distance selling VAT threshold of €35,000.

Outside the EU

You need to register for VAT in France if:

You sell goods that you store in France to customers based in the EU.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

Read more in our VAT FAQ ›

How to register for VAT in France

Option 1: File on your own

Once you have established you need to register for VAT in France you are required to submit an application form to French tax authorities. Further information can be found at the French Tax Administration official web page ›

At the end of the VAT registration process you will be provided with a VAT number. You can use this to:

File VAT tax returns - Tell the French Tax Administration how much VAT you have collected and start claiming any accrued VAT credit.
Issue VAT invoices - where you show the VAT collected from customers
Claim money back on your business expenses - (as well as import VAT paid at the time goods are imported into the EU). See how to claim VAT back on business expenses for more information ›

Option 2: Let Amazon help

Free VAT Registration and Filings*

VAT Services on Amazon is a convenient and cost-effective solution for handling your VAT registration and filing requirements directly from Seller Central. You are invited to use VAT Services on Amazon free for the first year of subscription to handle your VAT Registrations and Filings. Learn more about VAT Services on Amazon ›

Promotion details

* Terms and conditions for free one-year subscription to VAT Services on Amazon

If you have questions about your VAT compliance and obligations, it’s always best to seek professional advice.

Note: Goods which are imported into the EU are subject to Customs duty and Import VAT.

Thanks for Selling on Amazon

You indicated you already have a seller account on Amazon. Please click here to login to your seller account.

Helpful quick links (Seller Central login required):

Please click here to login to your seller account.

How do I know if I need to register for VAT in the EU?

The below information will help with understanding your potential VAT obligations, whether you need to register for VAT in an EU member state depends on the way you conduct your business. The key factors that determine if you have an obligation to register for VAT are: your business’ country of establishment, the location of your inventory, and your level of sales (read more about the ‘VAT thresholds’ in EU countries).

We’ve partnered with tax advisory firm KPMG to put together a simple test to help you work out if you need to register for VAT. Take the test now ›

Where is your business established?

In France

You need to register for VAT in France if:

You store goods in France; and
You sell them to consumers based in France; and
Your sales exceed the French domestic VAT threshold of €82,200.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

In a different EU Country

You need to register for VAT in France if:

You store your goods in France or
You sell to French-based consumers (non-business); and
Your sales exceed French distance selling VAT threshold of €35,000.

Outside the EU

You need to register for VAT in France if:

You sell goods that you store in France to customers based in the EU.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

Read more in our VAT FAQ ›

How to register for VAT in France

Option 1: File on your own

Once you have established you need to register for VAT in France you are required to submit an application form to French tax authorities. Further information can be found at the French Tax Administration official web page ›

At the end of the VAT registration process you will be provided with a VAT number. You can use this to:

File VAT tax returns - Tell the French Tax Administration how much VAT you have collected and start claiming any accrued VAT credit.
Issue VAT invoices - where you show the VAT collected from customers
Claim money back on your business expenses - (as well as import VAT paid at the time goods are imported into the EU). See how to claim VAT back on business expenses for more information ›

Option 2: Let Amazon help

Free VAT Registration and Filings*

VAT Services on Amazon is a convenient and cost-effective solution for handling your VAT registration and filing requirements directly from Seller Central. You are invited to use VAT Services on Amazon free for the first year of subscription to handle your VAT Registrations and Filings. Learn more about VAT Services on Amazon ›

Promotion details

* Terms and conditions for free one-year subscription to VAT Services on Amazon

If you have questions about your VAT compliance and obligations, it’s always best to seek professional advice.

Note: Goods which are imported into the EU are subject to Customs duty and Import VAT.

New to Selling on Amazon

You indicated you do not already have a seller account on Amazon. Signing up for the monthly no-commitment plan allows sellers to reach tens of millions of shoppers on Amazon.co.uk and online in Europe. The monthly selling plan includes incredible benefits to help those just starting out and those looking to grow their business.

See more information here about how it works to Sell on Amazon ›

How do I know if I need to register for VAT in the EU?

The below information will help with understanding your potential VAT obligations, whether you need to register for VAT in an EU member state depends on the way you conduct your business. The key factors that determine if you have an obligation to register for VAT are: your business’ country of establishment, the location of your inventory, and your level of sales (read more about the ‘VAT thresholds’ in EU countries).

We’ve partnered with tax advisory firm KPMG to put together a simple test to help you work out if you need to register for VAT. Take the test now ›

Where is your business established?

In Italy

You need to register for VAT in Italy if:

You store goods in the Italy; and
You sell them to consumers based in Italy; and

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

In a different EU Country

You need to register for VAT in Italy if:

You store your goods in Italy or
You sell to Italian-based consumers (non-business); and
Your sales exceed Italian distance selling VAT threshold of €35,000.

Outside the EU

You need to register for VAT in Italy if:

You sell goods that you store in Italy to customers based in the EU.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

Read more in our VAT FAQ ›

How to register for VAT in Italy

Option 1: File on your own

Once you have established you need to register for VAT in Italy you are required to submit an application form to Italian tax authorities. Further information can be found at the Italian Tax Administration official web page ›

At the end of the VAT registration process you will be provided with a VAT number. You can use this to:

File VAT tax returns - Tell Italian tax authorities how much VAT you have collected and start claiming any VAT credit you may have accrued.
Issue VAT invoices - where you show the VAT collected from customers
Claim money back on your business expenses - (as well as import VAT paid at the time goods are imported into the EU). See how to claim VAT back on business expenses for more information ›

Option 2: Let Amazon help

Free VAT Registration and Filings*

VAT Services on Amazon is a convenient and cost-effective solution for handling your VAT registration and filing requirements directly from Seller Central. You are invited to use VAT Services on Amazon free for the first year of subscription to handle your VAT Registrations and Filings. Learn more about VAT Services on Amazon ›

Promotion details

* Terms and conditions for free one-year subscription to VAT Services on Amazon

If you have questions about your VAT compliance and obligations, it’s always best to seek professional advice.

Note: Goods which are imported into the EU are subject to Customs duty and Import VAT.

Thanks for Selling on Amazon

You indicated you already have a seller account on Amazon.

Please click here to login to your seller account.

Helpful quick links (Seller Central login required):

How do I know if I need to register for VAT in the EU?

The below information will help with understanding your potential VAT obligations, whether you need to register for VAT in an EU member state depends on the way you conduct your business. The key factors that determine if you have an obligation to register for VAT are: your business’ country of establishment, the location of your inventory, and your level of sales (read more about the ‘VAT thresholds’ in EU countries).

We’ve partnered with tax advisory firm KPMG to put together a simple test to help you work out if you need to register for VAT. Take the test now ›

Where is your business established?

In Italy

You need to register for VAT in Italy if:

You store goods in the Italy; and
You sell them to consumers based in Italy; and

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

In a different EU Country

You need to register for VAT in Italy if:

You store your goods in Italy or
You sell to Italian-based consumers (non-business); and
Your sales exceed Italian distance selling VAT threshold of €35,000.

Outside the EU

You need to register for VAT in Italy if:

You sell goods that you store in Italy to customers based in the EU.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

Read more in our VAT FAQ ›

How to register for VAT in Italy

Option 1: File on your own

Once you have established you need to register for VAT in Italy you are required to submit an application form to Italian tax authorities. Further information can be found at the Italian Tax Administration official web page ›

At the end of the VAT registration process you will be provided with a VAT number. You can use this to:

File VAT tax returns - Tell Italian tax authorities how much VAT you have collected and start claiming any VAT credit you may have accrued.
Issue VAT invoices - where you show the VAT collected from customers
Claim money back on your business expenses - (as well as import VAT paid at the time goods are imported into the EU). See how to claim VAT back on business expenses for more information ›

Option 2: Let Amazon help

Free VAT Registration and Filings*

VAT Services on Amazon is a convenient and cost-effective solution for handling your VAT registration and filing requirements directly from Seller Central. You are invited to use VAT Services on Amazon free for the first year of subscription to handle your VAT Registrations and Filings. Learn more about VAT Services on Amazon ›

Promotion details

* Terms and conditions for free one-year subscription to VAT Services on Amazon

If you have questions about your VAT compliance and obligations, it’s always best to seek professional advice.

Note: Goods which are imported into the EU are subject to Customs duty and Import VAT.

New to Selling on Amazon

You indicated you do not already have a seller account on Amazon. Signing up for the monthly no-commitment plan allows sellers to reach tens of millions of shoppers on Amazon.co.uk and online in Europe. The monthly selling plan includes incredible benefits to help those just starting out and those looking to grow their business.

See more information here about how it works to Sell on Amazon ›

How do I know if I need to register for VAT in the EU?

The below information will help with understanding your potential VAT obligations, whether you need to register for VAT in an EU member state depends on the way you conduct your business. The key factors that determine if you have an obligation to register for VAT are: your business’ country of establishment, the location of your inventory, and your level of sales (read more about the ‘VAT thresholds’ in EU countries).

We’ve partnered with tax advisory firm KPMG to put together a simple test to help you work out if you need to register for VAT. Take the test now ›

Where is your business established?

In Spain

You need to register for VAT in Spain if:

You store goods in Spain; and
You sell them to consumers based in Spain

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

In a different EU Country

You need to register for VAT in Spain if:

You store your goods in Spain or
You sell to Spanish-based consumers (non-business); and
Your sales exceed Spain distance selling VAT threshold of €35,000.

Outside the EU

You need to register for VAT in Spain if:

You sell goods that you store in Spain to customers based in the EU.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

Read more in our VAT FAQ ›

How to register for VAT in Spain

Option 1: File on your own

Once you have established you need to register for VAT in Spain you are required to submit an application form to Italian tax authorities. Further information can be found at the Spanish Tax Administration official web page ›

At the end of the VAT registration process you will be provided with a VAT number. You can use this to:

File VAT tax returns - Tell Spanish tax authorities how much VAT you have collected and start claiming any VAT credit you may have accrued.
Issue VAT invoices - where you show the VAT collected from customers
Claim money back on your business expenses - (as well as import VAT paid at the time goods are imported into the EU). See how to claim VAT back on business expenses for more information ›

Option 2: Let Amazon help

VAT Services on Amazon

VAT Services on Amazon is a convenient and cost-effective solution for handling your VAT registration and filing requirements directly from Seller Central. You are invited to use VAT Services on Amazon free for the first year of subscription to handle your VAT Registrations and Filings. Learn more about VAT Services on Amazon ›

Promotion details

* Terms and conditions for free one-year subscription to VAT Services on Amazon

If you have questions about your VAT compliance and obligations, it’s always best to seek professional advice.

Note: Goods which are imported into the EU are subject to Customs duty and Import VAT.

Thanks for Selling on Amazon

You indicated you already have a seller account on Amazon.

Please click here to login to your seller account.

Helpful quick links (Seller Central login required):

How do I know if I need to register for VAT in the EU?

The below information will help with understanding your potential VAT obligations, whether you need to register for VAT in an EU member state depends on the way you conduct your business. The key factors that determine if you have an obligation to register for VAT are: your business’ country of establishment, the location of your inventory, and your level of sales (read more about the ‘VAT thresholds’ in EU countries).

We’ve partnered with tax advisory firm KPMG to put together a simple test to help you work out if you need to register for VAT. Take the test now ›

Where is your business established?

In Spain

You need to register for VAT in Spain if:

You store goods in Spain; and
You sell them to consumers based in Spain

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

In a different EU Country

You need to register for VAT in Spain if:

You store your goods in Spain or
You sell to Spanish-based consumers (non-business); and
Your sales exceed Spain distance selling VAT threshold of €35,000.

Outside the EU

You need to register for VAT in Spain if:

You sell goods that you store in Spain to customers based in the EU.

You may also need to register for VAT separately in other EU countries if:

You sell goods to consumers in other EU countries.

Read more in our VAT FAQ ›

How to register for VAT in Spain

Option 1: File on your own

Once you have established you need to register for VAT in Spain you are required to submit an application form to Italian tax authorities. Further information can be found at the Spanish Tax Administration official web page ›

At the end of the VAT registration process you will be provided with a VAT number. You can use this to:

File VAT tax returns - Tell Spanish tax authorities how much VAT you have collected and start claiming any VAT credit you may have accrued.
Issue VAT invoices - where you show the VAT collected from customers
Claim money back on your business expenses - (as well as import VAT paid at the time goods are imported into the EU). See how to claim VAT back on business expenses for more information ›

Option 2: Let Amazon help

VAT Services on Amazon

VAT Services on Amazon is a convenient and cost-effective solution for handling your VAT registration and filing requirements directly from Seller Central. You are invited to use VAT Services on Amazon free for the first year of subscription to handle your VAT Registrations and Filings. Learn more about VAT Services on Amazon ›

Promotion details

* Terms and conditions for free one-year subscription to VAT Services on Amazon

If you have questions about your VAT compliance and obligations, it’s always best to seek professional advice.

Note: Goods which are imported into the EU are subject to Customs duty and Import VAT.