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  • EU VAT compliance from registration to reporting

    EU VAT Compliance from Registration to Reporting | EAS
    VAT & IOSS

    EU VAT Compliance from Registration to Reporting

    EU VAT compliance from registration to reporting can feel like navigating a complex maze. EAS simplifies every step.

    EU VAT compliance from registration to reporting can feel like navigating a complex maze, filled with different paths, twists, and turns. For non-EU online sellers, especially those venturing into new markets, this journey can feel overwhelming.With varying VAT rates, registration requirements, and reporting obligations, ensuring compliance becomes a time-consuming and error-prone task.

    At EAS, we understand the challenges that arise from this intricate VAT compliance journey. Our fully automated solution simplifies every step, from registration to reporting. By leveraging our expertise and technology, non-EU online sellers can navigate the complexities of EU VAT regulations with ease, saving time and minimising errors along the way.

    Our comprehensive platform streamlines the registration process, ensuring that sellers meet the necessary requirements efficiently. We handle all the paperwork and documentation, guiding sellers towards successful VAT registration. Once registered, our automated system tracks and calculates VAT obligations, including varying rates across different EU countries.

    When it comes to reporting, our solution makes it effortless. Our platform generates accurate VAT reports, including the required information for each EU member state. These reports can be easily accessed and exported, providing sellers with the necessary documentation for compliance and audit purposes.

    With EAS Solution, the journey of EU VAT compliance from registration to reporting becomes a seamless experience. Our automated solution simplifies the complexities of EU VAT compliance, allowing non-EU online sellers to focus on their business growth and expanding into new markets confidently

    Why EU VAT compliance from registration to reporting matters

    The EU represents a vast market of over half a billion consumers with strong cross-border purchasing habits. Offering EU consumers the opportunity to shop on your online store is a strategic decision that can significantly boost your sales. However, when delivering to EU customers, someone must handle the associated tax compliance. If you don’t take responsibility for this aspect, the burden falls on your customers. This leads to several negative consequences:

    • Increased customer expenses: Customers are faced with unexpected tax charges and customs handling fees, raising their overall purchase cost significantly.
    • Delivery delays: Customs handling significantly delays deliveries, leading to customer frustration and dissatisfaction.
    • Negative customer experience: The combination of unexpected expenses and delays creates a negative customer experience, damaging your brand reputation.

    To avoid these pitfalls, it’s essential to ensure EU tax compliance. When you are compliant, customers pay all applicable taxes upfront at checkout, eliminating customs handling fees, customs delays, and associated hassles. This approach provides a smoother and more positive customer experience, fostering customer loyalty and repeat business.

    Automated tax obligation mapping

    The EU VAT regulation is a comprehensive document with hundreds of pages of legal text, making it challenging to fully understand and comply with. Instead of trying to navigate these complexities on your own, EAS takes the guesswork out of EU VAT compliance. During the EAS registration process, we carefully assess your business activities and map out your EU tax obligations. Once you are registered, our team of tax experts verifies your results to ensure accuracy and compliance. We provide ongoing tax support and advice, so you can focus on growing your business without worrying about EU VAT regulations.

    EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification)

    If you are using the Import One-Stop Shop (IOSS) scheme, an EU EORI number is not required.

    Streamlined Registration Process

    Easing the complexities of EU VAT registration, EAS Solution streamlines the entire process, ensuring that your business is accurately registered for the appropriate VAT schemes, whether it be IOSS, OSS, or Non-Union OSS registration. Our team of experienced professionals takes the burden off your shoulders, handling all the necessary documentation and interacting with tax authorities on your behalf. This comprehensive approach frees up your time and resources, allowing you to focus on expanding your business without getting entangled in the intricate web of EU VAT regulations. With EAS Solution, you can rest assured that your business is in expert hands, navigating the complexities of EU VAT registration with ease and efficiency.

    No Manual work – Seamless Integration with Online Stores

    EAS Solution seamlessly integrates with your existing online store, automatically collecting VAT-relevant data at checkout. This integration eliminates the need for manual data entry, reducing the risk of errors and ensuring that all transactions are accurately accounted for. EAS has ready-made applications for Shopify, Woocommerce and Magento. API connection can be used for customised online stores.

    Accurate VAT calculation

    In the intricate world of EU VAT regulations, accurate tax calculations are paramount for ensuring compliance and maximising profit margins. EAS Solution emerges as a beacon of clarity, providing a robust and intelligent system that meticulously calculates VAT amounts, ensuring that you collect the correct taxes when selling to EU customers. With its advanced algorithms and comprehensive understanding of EU VAT rates, EAS Solution seamlessly applies reduced VAT rates wherever applicable, empowering you to optimise your pricing strategies and maximize your profits.

    Automated VAT Reporting and Filing

    EAS Solution takes the burden out of VAT reporting, ensuring that you meet all filing deadlines and requirements with accuracy and compliance. EAS Tax Engine seamlessly generates all VAT reports for all supported EU countries, eliminating the need for manual calculations and filings. This streamlined approach saves you time, reduces the risk of errors, and ensures that your business remains compliant across borders.

    Comprehensive Support and Guidance

    EAS provides comprehensive support throughout the entire VAT compliance process, ensuring that you navigate the complexities of EU VAT regulations with confidence and ease. Our team of experienced eCommerce and tax experts is always available to answer your questions, provide guidance, and address any concerns you may have. Whether you need assistance with registration, reporting, or any other aspect of EU VAT compliance, our experts are here to help. With EAS, you can rest assured that your business is in good hands, allowing you to focus on growing your business without worrying about the intricacies of EU VAT regulations.

    Benefits of EAS EU VAT Solution

    • Ensure your EU customers enjoy a smooth and pleasant purchasing process from start to finish
    • Automated VAT obligation mapping
    • Simplified VAT registration process
    • Seamless integration with online stores
    • Automated VAT reporting and filing
    • Comprehensive support and guidance
    • Reduced risk of errors and penalties
    • Increased efficiency and time savings
    • Peace of mind with complete compliance

    Conclusion

    EAS EU VAT Solution empowers non-EU online sellers to expand into the EU market with confidence, knowing that their EU VAT compliance from registration to reporting is taken care of. Our fully automated solution takes the burden off your shoulders, allowing you to focus on what you do best – growing your business and serving your customers. Contact us today to learn more about how EAS EU VAT Solution can help you achieve your EU expansion goals.

    How to start?

    The path to effortless EU VAT compliance starts with EAS. By registering with EAS at easproject.com/reg, you can initiate your seamless compliance journey in a matter of minutes. Within an astonishing 72 hours, you will be fully compliant and ready to commence your EU expansion without any VAT-related hurdles.

    FAQ

    Here are some frequently asked questions about EAS EU VAT Solution:

    1. Why is VAT compliance important for EU online sellers?

    VAT compliance is essential for EU online sellers because it ensures that all applicable taxes are collected and paid correctly. Failing to comply with VAT regulations can result in financial penalties and damage to your brand reputation.

    2. How can EAS Solution simplify EU VAT compliance?

    EAS Solution offers a fully automated solution that simplifies the entire VAT compliance journey, from registration to reporting. It takes care of tax obligation mapping, registration process, seamless integration with online stores, accurate VAT calculation, automated VAT reporting and filing, and comprehensive support and guidance.

    3. Why should I use EAS Solution for VAT compliance?

    EAS Solution ensures that your EU customers have a smooth purchasing process, reduces the risk of errors and penalties, increases efficiency and time savings, and provides peace of mind with complete compliance. It also frees up your time and resources to focus on growing your business.

    4. How does EAS Solution integrate with my online store?

    EAS Solution seamlessly integrates with your existing online store, such as Shopify, Woocommerce, or Magento, by automatically collecting VAT-relevant data at checkout. For customised online stores, API connection can be used.

    5. How accurate are the VAT calculations with EAS Solution?

    EAS Solution provides accurate VAT calculations by using advanced algorithms and a comprehensive understanding of EU VAT rates. It applies reduced VAT rates wherever applicable, helping you optimize your pricing strategies and maximise your profits.

    6. Does EAS Solution handle VAT reporting and filing?

    Yes, EAS Solution takes the burden out of VAT reporting by generating all VAT reports for the supported EU countries. This eliminates the need for manual calculations and filings, saves time, reduces the risk of errors, and ensures compliance across borders.

    7. How can I get started with EAS EU VAT Solution?

    To get started with EAS EU VAT Solution, simply register at easproject.com/reg. Within 7 business days, you will be fully compliant and ready to expand into the EU market without any VAT-related hurdles. Contact us today to learn more about how EAS EU VAT Solution can help you achieve your EU expansion goal

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  • Taxamo shutting down assure, IOSS and EU digital sales services

    Taxamo Assure Shutdown: EAS Alternative for IOSS | EAS
    VAT & IOSS

    Taxamo shutting down Assure, IOSS and EU Digital Sales Services

    How You Can Continue EU Business with EAS

    Taxamo IOSS and Assure services shutting down

    Taxamo Assure, including Taxamo IOSS services is shutting down by the 30th of December 2024 at 13.00 GMT due to a strategic shift within its parent company, Vertex Inc.

    Taxamo was an early innovator in IOSS solutions, quickly capturing attention by offering an effective service from the start. Despite challenges integrating with the service—particularly for platforms like Shopify, which were unsupported—Taxamo gained a strong customer base. WooCommerce merchants and those with significant technical resources could use the solution to navigate EU tax compliance for digital and physical goods. By the end of 2024 Taxamo Assure and IOSS services are no longer available.

    EAS: The Best Alternative to Taxamo Assure and Taxamo IOSS

    As Taxamo Assure shuts down, EAS offers a seamless solution for handling cross-border VAT compliance and IOSS registration, designed to support your business as it grows. With EAS’s fully automated system, even complex operations can be up and running in days, giving you easy, compliant access to the European market.

    EAS not only simplifies tax compliance but also enhances your customers’ buying experience, reduces error rates, minimizes audit risks, and lowers operational costs.

    Customers using Taxamo API Connection

    Merchants who have relied on Taxamo’s full API connection will now need a new provider to maintain access to EU VAT schemes, such as IOSS for physical goods and non-Union OSS for digital sales. Fortunately, EAS, the market leader in EU and UK tax compliance automation, is ready to support you. We serve thousands of merchants through no-code, app-based integrations with Shopify, WooCommerce, Shopware, and Wix, along with hundreds of merchants using our API connections. This means that proven, reliable solutions are available for all European VAT schemes and both digital and physical goods.

    API switch Timeline and Tips

    While we’re here to support a smooth transition, establishing an API integration takes time. We’ve seen capable API clients integrate within days, though most merchants will need a few weeks to fully complete the setup. To avoid disruptions, we recommend starting now if you need an operational system by December 2024.

    EAS API Options

    There are two integration options for API users:

    1. Post-Sale Data Retrieval: A lighter integration for merchants with existing VAT calculations, inclusive tax pricing models and stores with ready EU VAT Rates.
    2. Full Landed Cost Calculation: Supports both inclusive and exclusive tax pricing models, handling the complete landed cost for each sale.

    WooCommerce Plugin for Digital Goods

    The shutdown of Taxamo Assure also means that Taxamo’s popular WooCommerce plugin, in service since 2015, will stop functioning at the end of December. Compliance is crucial, especially with CESOP regulations, which compel payment providers to report all sales to tax authorities, and EU authorities actively pursue any unpaid taxes with penalties.

    Here’s the good news: EAS has a WooCommerce plugin that supports both digital and physical goods, already helping hundreds of merchants. This plugin provides a simpler, faster onboarding than the API setup, though we recommend allowing about a week for migration to account for potential plugin conflicts and testing.

    Summary

    Despite Taxamo’s closure, you can transition smoothly to a trusted, cost-effective solution with EAS, complete with full automation.

    To get started, register here, where you’ll be assigned a dedicated support manager to guide you through onboarding for any solution you choose.

    For EAS pricing details, visit EAS Pricing.

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    My IOSS Intermediary Went Bankrupt—Here’s What to Do Next

    Losing your IOSS intermediary can put EU sales at risk fast. Keeping VAT filings, customs data, and marketplace orders moving without disruption is another. This guide covers what to do next when your IOSS provider goes bankrupt.

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    IOSS Registration & Intermediary

    Union OSS can simplify VAT reporting for EU sales. Making sure transactions, filing data, deadlines, and country-specific rates stay accurate is another. This step-by-step guide covers how merchants can manage Union OSS VAT filing with fewer errors.

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  • VAT & OSS, threat or a possibility

    VAT OSS: EU Special VAT Schemes for Sellers | EAS
    VAT & IOSS

    VAT OSS, threat or a possibility?

    A practical look at OSS, IOSS, EU VAT schemes, and what they mean for online sellers.

    If you have anything to do with online commerce, you have heard of the new One-Stop-Shop, the EU special VAT schemes. The EU Commission introduced e-commerce package was enforced on 1st July 2021 with good intentions of facilitating a single, harmonious EU market without allowing some unscrupulous actors to avoid paying VAT.

    You can sell to all EU countries at destination VAT rates without being VAT registered to all of them separately is certainly removing artificial barriers to trade!

    Or, if you deliver from outside of EU you can do so with ease as long as the product is under 150€ using IOSS. There are a multitude of solutions available for the more expensive items, for example from couriers, but do check the pricing supports your pricing!

    EU special VAT scheme benefits

    EU special VAT schemes facilitate access to 445 million affluent EU customers. According to studies, even not having another language has the expats loving to purchase from your wonderful store!

    And to make it easier, EAS automates all of that for you without monthly or annual costs!

    So yeah, talking about a no brainer. Now on with it, conquer EU!

    EU special VAT scheme Q&A

    1. Should I register for the VAT schemes?

    YES! They facilitate better customer experience in addition to keeping you compliant and out of trouble! Check out the pricing here.

    2. When should I register for IOSS?

    Immediately when you start importing goods from outside of EU to EU end-customers.

    3. As an EU company, can I register for IOSS?

    Yes. You can do it yourself at your national tax administration portal.

    4. As a non-EU company, can I register for the IOSS?

    You can register for the IOSS via an Intermediary who will then handle correspondence and payment on your behalf.

    5. As an EU company selling digital goods, should I register for non-Union scheme?

    No, that is purely for non-EU companies. You report intra-EU cross-border sales of digital and physical goods with OSS.

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    EU VAT for Beginners

    EU VAT for Beginners: Simple Steps to Automated VAT Compliance Welcome to your beginner’s guide to EU VAT. VAT—Value Added Tax—applies throughout the European Union.

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    VAT registrations, why are there so many?

    VAT registration can feel like one rule with too many versions. Knowing when you need local VAT, OSS, IOSS, or another scheme is another. This guide covers why there are so many VAT registrations and how merchants can choose the right path.

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    Non-Union Scheme: what kind of animal is it?

    The Non-Union scheme can sound like another confusing VAT shortcut. Knowing when it applies, who can use it, and how it differs from IOSS or OSS is another. This guide covers what non-EU sellers need to understand before choosing the right VAT route.

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  • 5 ways to optimise your eCommerce logistics

    5 Ways to Optimise Ecommerce Logistics | EAS
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    5 Ways to Optimise Your eCommerce Logistics

    Improve efficiency, reduce costs, and deliver a better customer experience with these proven eCommerce logistics strategies.

    In eCommerce, efficient logistics operations are one of the most important ways businesses deliver a seamless shopping experience to customers. Optimising your business logistics can help streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction, ultimately driving business growth and success for your online business.

    At Delta Fulfilment, we specialise in third-party logistics and UK order fulfilment, so we know a thing or two about the challenges eCommerce brands face in managing their logistics. That’s why, in this blog post, we’ll share our expertise in optimising your eCommerce operations.

    What is eCommerce Logistics?

    As an eCommerce business owner, you’ve likely heard the term “logistics” thrown around a lot. But what does it actually mean in the context of an online retailer? Simply put, eCommerce logistics refers to the entire process of managing the flow of goods, information, and resources to get your products into your customers’ hands efficiently.

    It encompasses everything from procurement and warehousing to inventory management, order fulfilment, transportation, and even handling customer returns (those dreaded reverse logistics). Basically, eCommerce logistics is the backbone that supports your entire supply chain and distribution operations.

    Having solid eCommerce logistics in place is essential for delivering a stellar customer experience. Efficient logistics operations allow you to get orders out the door quickly, minimise costs from delays or mishandling, and keep your customers happy and coming back for more. It’s what ensures a seamless journey from the time a customer clicks “buy” to the moment that package arrives on their doorstep.

    While logistics may seem like a bunch of behind-the-scenes processes, it’s one of the key drivers of success for any eCommerce business looking to scale up operations and expand into new markets. Getting it right can make or break your ability to meet customer expectations in today’s demanding retail landscape.

    1. Warehousing and Inventory Management

    Efficient warehousing and inventory management practices are essential for optimising your logistics and supply chain management. By getting these foundational elements right, you can streamline processes, reduce costs, and provide better service to your customers.

    First, implementing a warehouse management system (WMS) allows you to accurately track inventory levels, locations, and movements across your warehouses or fulfilment centres. No more guesswork or costly stockouts—you’ll have real-time visibility into what you have and where it is.

    Space optimisation techniques like vertical storage solutions and optimised layout designs help you maximise every square foot of warehouse space. This increased storage capacity means you can hold more inventory on hand to meet fluctuations in demand.

    Speaking of inventory, there are plenty of methods to manage and reduce inventory costs. Maintaining optimal stock levels with Just-in-Time Inventory (JIT) management will minimise excess stock and associated carrying costs like storage fees and potential spoilage. At the same time, integrate your inventory management with sales forecasting to avoid underestimating demand and dealing with disappointing stockouts.

    By nailing warehousing and inventory management, you’ll be able to pick, pack, and ship orders efficiently – setting the stage for a stellar customer experience from the very start of the logistics chain.

    2. Regular Demand Forecasting

    Accurately forecasting customer demand by anticipating future sales trends means you can align your inventory levels, staffing, and fulfilment capacity to meet those fluctuations in demand seamlessly.

    Demand forecasting involves analysing historical sales data, market trends, seasonality patterns, and other factors to predict what products will be hot sellers and when. This allows you to proactively stock up on popular items ahead of peak periods and avoid costly stockouts.

    But effective demand forecasting goes beyond just crunching numbers. It requires deeply understanding your target customers’ buying behaviours and preferences. Monitoring social media buzz, tracking influencers, and staying on top of cultural events can provide valuable context clues.

    Investing in an inventory management system with demand forecasting capabilities is a game-changer. These solutions use advanced algorithms and machine learning to continuously analyse your data and automatically adjust forecasts as new information becomes available.

    By nailing your demand forecasting, you can maintain enough inventory to meet customer expectations without tying up excessive working capital in excess stock. Your entire logistics chain – from procurement to fulfilment – operates more efficiently and cost-effectively when aligned with anticipated demand.

    3. Streamline your Order Fulfilment

    When optimising your eCommerce logistics, having an efficient order fulfilment process is key. After all, this is the stage where the rubber meets the road – getting those orders prepped and out the door to your anxiously awaiting customers.

    Streamlining fulfilment starts with taking a hard look at your current pick, pack and ship workflows. Are there any bottlenecks or redundancies slowing things down? Small inefficiencies can quickly compound as order volumes ramp up.

    An Order Management System (OMS) automates and integrates all the moving parts, from inventory management to shipping carrier integrations. With real-time data at your fingertips, you can quickly identify and resolve any hiccups. Features like batch picking and configurable pack stations allow your team to process orders with maximum efficiency.

    But technology is just one piece of the puzzle. Your physical fulfilment setup and processes are just as important. Implementing lean principles like optimised layout designs and quality control checkpoints can slash processing times. Little things like ensuring your packing materials are properly stocked and within arm’s reach make a big difference.

    Continuously analysing and refining your fulfilment workflows, even minor tweaks, can create major cost and time savings as your business scales. A well-oiled fulfilment machine translates directly into happier customers who receive their orders promptly.

    4. Reliable and Fast Shipping

    Let’s be real – when it comes to eCommerce, the shipping process is often a make-or-break factor for customer satisfaction. Your customers expect their orders to arrive quickly and in perfect condition. Failing to deliver on those expectations risks negative reviews, low retention rates, and a poor brand reputation.

    That’s why optimising for reliable and fast shipping will improve eCommerce logistics success. You need a shipping strategy that gets orders out quickly while minimising delays, damages, and other hiccups along the way:

    • Partner with reputable shipping carriers with a strong track record for punctual delivery times to your target markets.
    • Look for carriers with extensive networks, real-time tracking capabilities, and solid customer ratings.
    • Review your packaging and fulfilment processes to prevent damage in transit.
    • Build enough buffer time for orders to be processed and shipped out promptly.
    • Offer expedited shipping options where customers need faster delivery.
    • Provide clear visibility into order status and shipping timelines.

    Reliable and fast shipping is a must in eCommerce today. Nail this component of your logistics operations, and you’ll deliver more than just great products—you’ll provide an exceptional end-to-end customer experience that keeps buyers coming back.

    5. Returns Management

    Dealing with returns can be one of the most stressful parts of the eCommerce game. While no business likes seeing perfectly good products come back, having a solid returns management process is essential for optimising your logistics operations and keeping customers happy.

    An efficient returns system starts with making the process as painless as possible for your buyers. Clearly outline your returns policy on your website, including timelines, approved reasons for returns, and any fees involved. Consider offering free return shipping as well – studies show this can significantly boost customer satisfaction and repurchase rates.

    On the backend, you’ll want streamlined workflows for receiving, inspecting, and processing returned items. Integrate your order management and inventory systems to automatically restock products in good condition. For damaged or expired goods, have procedures for disposing of, donating, or selling them off where possible to recoup some costs.

    If you’re shipping internationally, partnering with a third-party logistics provider with return centres in your markets can be a game-changer. This allows customers to easily drop off returns locally rather than shipping items back to your home base – reducing shipping costs and times.

    Returns analytics should also be a priority. Tracking return rates by product, reason codes, customer segments, and more provide valuable insights. You can then optimise everything from product designs to descriptions and plan inventory buffer stocks accordingly.

    The bottom line? A first-rate returns process doesn’t just minimise losses – it’s an opportunity to turn an often-frustrating experience into a positive interaction that keeps customers coming back to your brand.

    Delta Fulfilment

    If trying to implement all these eCommerce logistics optimisations seems a bit overwhelming, don’t worry – we’ve got your back. At Delta Fulfilment, we live and breathe third-party logistics for UK brands. Our team is made up of experts at streamlining for maximum efficiency, and we’re passionate about creating partnerships that allow your business to scale seamlessly. Your success is our success, so let’s talk about how we can optimise your logistics management today.

    Need UK or EU Fulfilment Support?

    Delta Fulfilment helps eCommerce brands streamline warehousing, fulfilment, shipping, and returns management across the UK and Europe.

    Learn more about Delta Fulfilment →

    Dani Mechlowitz is the Founder & Managing Director of Delta Fulfilment. When you’re ready to expand into new markets, Dani and the Delta Fulfilment team are here to help guide you every step of the way.

    Request your quote today for UK and EU fulfilment solutions →

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  • EAS vs Shopify Markets Pro: Save Up to 97%

    EAS vs Shopify Markets Pro: Save Up to 97% | EAS
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    EAS vs. Shopify Markets Pro – Save up to 97%

    EAS provides a cost-effective alternative to Shopify Markets Pro for businesses selling to the EU and UK.

    EAS provides a cost-effective alternative to Shopify Markets Pro, saving businesses up to 97% in expenses. Imagine a scenario where you can access more advanced features and benefits at a fraction of the cost of Shopify Markets Pro.

    With EAS, you can enjoy a wider range of functionalities and capabilities without breaking the bank. Not only does it offer substantial cost savings, but it also ensures that your business can thrive and grow without sacrificing essential features.

    In the complex world of global online selling, following the rules can be tough. One wrong move and your business could face serious problems. With so many regulations to follow, it’s easy to get stuck and unable to expand. It’s like sailing through rough waters, unsure of where to go.

    But there’s hope.

    Review of key differences between EAS and Shopify Markets Pro

    Feature EAS Solution Shopify Markets Pro
    Pricing As low as 0,25€ per order 7% transaction fee
    Shipping Supports all logistics operators and Postal UPS & DHL Only
    Type of Sales Physical and digital sales to EU and UK and Intra-EU Exports to EU and UK only
    Coverage Can be used by companies from almost any country For businesses from US and UK only
    IOSS Number EAS registers all customers for IOSS as per regulation Rented IOSS number, Global-e acts as a merchant of record
    Returns Automated VAT corrections for returns No VAT refund in case of return, making returns on average 20% more expensive

    Unveiling Cost Efficiency

    When you’re trying to make your brand known worldwide, finding affordable ways to do it is crucial. EAS offers solutions that help you follow the rules without breaking the bank. Compared to Shopify Markets Pro, EAS can save you a lot of money, up to 97%. And it doesn’t sacrifice how well it works or how much you can grow. This big difference makes EAS the best option for businesses looking to break into the European market.

    Making sure you follow the rules and still make money there isn’t just important—it’s a must.

    Staggering Savings with EAS

    Using EAS solutions means saving a lot of money. The difference in cost between EAS and Shopify Markets Pro isn’t small—it’s huge. This means companies aiming for Europe can keep more of their profits and run more smoothly.

    With EAS, businesses don’t have to spend a lot on following EU rules. This frees up money to invest in growing, trying new things, and reaching more customers.

    Choosing EAS means being smart with money while still following the rules in Europe. Saving this much money isn’t just a good idea—it’s essential. EAS doesn’t just make following the rules easier; it does it in a way that protects your profits. In a competitive market, every bit of money saved helps. EAS is a big step toward making global online selling sustainable without sacrificing scalability.

    Shopify Markets Pro Vs. EAS Pricing

    With the EAS IOSS Plus Plan, you pay as little as 0.25€ per order for shipping to the EU, without any percentage fees or upfront costs. Plus, you have the freedom to choose any shipping provider you want.

    On the other hand, Markets Pro charges 7% of the order’s total value.

    If the order value is 150€, EAS costs as low as 0,25€ vs. Shopify Markets Pro 10,5€

    EAS presents a wallet-friendly option compared to Shopify Markets Pro. While the latter sticks to a fixed percentage fee system, EAS offers personalised pricing that significantly eases the financial burden on merchants.

    With Shopify Markets Pro, businesses usually face a 7% fee on orders from abroad. In contrast, EAS slashes costs by up to 97%, making it a compelling choice for those expanding into the EU.

    EAS’s pricing strategy isn’t just cost-effective; it’s also clear and predictable. This allows brands to plan compliance expenses accurately, without worrying about unexpected fees.

    The substantial difference in pricing reflects EAS’s commitment to affordable compliance. While Shopify Markets Pro provides more general market tools, EAS specializes in tailored, cost-effective solutions for the EU.

    Opting for EAS means real savings. Merchants can redirect these funds towards customer acquisition, product improvement, or other strategic initiatives, promoting stronger business growth. Check EAS Pricing

    Streamlined Compliance Solutions

    In a world full of complicated rules and regulations, EAS stands out for its expertise in simplifying compliance. Its tailor-made systems are designed to make sense of the maze of taxes and duties, turning them into a clear roadmap for businesses selling directly to consumers. With EAS, careful attention to the details of tax and duty responsibilities leads to flexible operational structures that reduce administrative burdens and increase market trust.

    This is the essence of smart business and international orders – a compliance process that isn’t just necessary, but also a valuable asset in the story of global trade.

    EAS: Navigating VAT Complexity

    EAS demystifies the Value-Added Tax (VAT) obligations for businesses within the EU’s intricate fiscal landscape. By harnessing EAS’s expertise, companies ensure accurate VAT calculation and compliance, essential for seamless market operations.

    Amid fluctuating tax rates and unique country regulations, EAS provides clarity on tax compliance with full automation, reducing the risk of non-compliance. The precise guidance and support offered by EAS mitigate the potential for accounting discrepancies and penalties.

    Complex VAT registration processes are simplified through EAS’s automated systems, fostering ease in fiscal matters across multiple EU jurisdictions. This streamlined approach is crucial for businesses to maintain operational focus and fiscal discipline in dynamic markets.

    Adhering to diverse VAT requirements necessitates an adaptable framework; EAS ensures businesses are aligned with ever-evolving EU tax legislations. This results in a compliant, frictionless experience for the seller, Shopify Admin and the international consumer.

    Automated IOSS Handling by EAS

    EAS simplifies the management of IOSS, making compliance a breeze. Automated calculations ensure accuracy, eliminating mistakes and freeing up stakeholders from dealing with tax complexities.

    For online merchants, EAS’s automated IOSS solution is a game-changer for ecommerce efficiency. By accurately handling VAT charges during the store checkout process, EAS avoids the need for post-importation VAT recovery, preventing potential delays at the customs and boosting customer satisfaction. This automation not only makes tax collection and payment easier but also enhances the overall shopping experience for European customers.

    In the post-Brexit era, EAS brings clarity with its automated IOSS services. By effectively managing crucial tax details, it smoothly navigates the fiscal intricacies of cross-border transactions, maintaining the integrity of international trade.

    The increased flexibility provided by EAS’s automated IOSS handling empowers businesses to engage in cross-border e-commerce with confidence. As regulations change, EAS ensures compliance by adapting to legislative updates. This proactive approach protects clients from compliance issues, strengthening their presence in the market amid evolving European tax laws.

    Expanding Market Accessibility

    The integration of EAS solutions acts as a keystone in dismantling the complexities of cross-border e-commerce, offering a bridge over regulatory chasms that traditionally impede market entry. By streamlining compliance and facilitating seamless transactions, businesses unlock the full potential of the European market, drawing in a broader demographic of consumers. This accessibility is the bedrock upon which brands can expand their footprint, secure in their strategic compliance partnership with EAS.

    EAS’s Advantage on its support for multiple VAT schemes

    EAS’s strategic approach to compliance transcends borders, offering unparalleled access to European markets.

    • Support for Diverse Product Types and sales types: With EAS, businesses can sell both digital and physical products, as well as handle intra-EU transactions and sales to the UK. Forging into new territories necessitates a robust, adaptable compliance strategy – EAS delivers precisely that.
    • Take advantage of reduced VAT rates: European countries provide reduced VAT rates for specific product categories, such as books and food items. With EAS, you can optimise your profit margins by leveraging these reduced rates.
    • Multi-warehouse optimisation: Shipping from within the region entails distinct compliance obligations compared to shipping from outside, which can significantly complicate operations. Simultaneously shipping from both within and outside the region adds even further complexities. However, EAS effortlessly automates these processes, ensuring seamless cross-border operations.

    EAS equips businesses for seamless expansion, handling complexities with finesse and ensuring a competitive edge. EAS provides support with shipping policies as well.

    Shopify Markets Pro’s Geographic Restrictions

    Shopify Markets Pro operates with distinct geographic boundaries, serving chiefly US and UK businesses, leaving a swath of global merchants underserved.

    This exclusivity narrows the spectrum of enterprises benefitting from its solutions.

    Furthermore, these restrictions limit market diversity, hindering the reach of non-US or UK entities.

    Market reach enhancement is constrained, impacting global sellers’ access to European markets.

    With Shopify’s geographical exclusivity, a multitude of international sellers seeking EU or UK market entry find their ambitions curbed, searching for more inclusive platforms.

    Consequently, this creates an opportunity gap, especially for businesses outside the US and UK aiming for EU and UK compliance.

    Operational Advantages of EAS

    Unmatched flexibility and global reach: EAS goes beyond geographical limitations, accommodating businesses worldwide and offering streamlined operations through automation. Its extensive reach enables a wide range of merchants to access European markets without any hindrances.

    In contrast to the narrow logistics partnerships offered by Shopify Markets Pro, EAS allows for use of a diverse network of carriers. This versatility equips businesses with the agility to optimise their distribution strategies and adapt to diverse logistical environments.

    The EAS framework excels in managing VAT variations, including the intricacies of returns. Its precise alignment with compliance ensures financial efficiency, preserving margins for businesses expanding into Europe.

    Wider Logistics Network Compatibility

    EAS ensures an expansive and adaptive logistics network, crucial for international market penetration.

    • Compatibility with a wide array of logistics providers and postal operators beyond DHL & UPS
    • Inclusion of options suitable for varied shipment volumes, destinations, and delivery speeds
    • Facilitation of comprehensive end-to-end logistics solutions for businesses of all sizes
    • Facilitation of flexible and tailored shipping strategies to meet specific operational needs

    A multi-carrier approach provides companies with the versatility required to navigate the complexities of global shipping.

    The ability to connect with numerous carriers allows for strategic logistics planning, indispensable for market expansion and customer satisfaction.

    Efficient VAT Management on Returns

    Managing VAT on returns and post-sale discounts with accuracy is crucial for e-commerce sustainability, significantly affecting your bottom line.

    1. Automated VAT Calculations: Ensure precision and timeliness in VAT refunds for returned items.
    2. Efficient Processing: Streamlined and automated VAT adjustment process for returns and post-sale discounts.
    3. Regular Compliance Updates: Stay automatically updated on changes to VAT regulations affecting returns.

    The integration of EAS solutions simplifies an otherwise complex VAT reclaim procedure, enhancing customer relations.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    We understand that navigating the complex world of global online selling can raise questions. Here are some frequently asked questions about EAS and its advantages over Shopify Markets Pro:

    1. What are the key differences between EAS and Shopify Markets Pro?

    EAS offers several advantages over Shopify Markets Pro, including pricing, shipping options, type of sales, coverage, IOSS number registration, and automated VAT corrections for returns. EAS provides more flexibility and cost-effective solutions for businesses selling to Europe.

    2. How much money can I save with EAS compared to Shopify Markets Pro?

    EAS can save you up to 97% in costs compared to Shopify Markets Pro. The significant cost difference makes EAS the best option for businesses looking to break into the European market while keeping their profits intact.

    3. How does EAS pricing compare to Shopify Markets Pro?

    With the EAS IOSS Plus Plan, you can ship to the EU for as low as 0.25€ per order without any percentage fees or upfront costs. Shopify Markets Pro charges a 7% transaction fee based on the order’s total value. Read more about EAS Pricing. You can easily upgrade or downgrade your EAS Plan monthly.

    4. How does EAS simplify compliance?

    EAS specializes in simplifying compliance for businesses selling directly to consumers in the EU. With its tailored systems, EAS helps navigate tax and duty responsibilities, reducing administrative burdens and increasing market trust.

    5. How does EAS handle VAT complexity?

    EAS demystifies VAT obligations within the EU’s fiscal landscape. Its expertise ensures accurate VAT calculation and compliance, simplifying complex registration processes and reducing the risk of non-compliance.

    6. How does EAS automate IOSS handling?

    EAS automates IOSS management from tax registration to filing. This eliminates the need for post-importation VAT recovery and enhances the shopping experience for European customers, while also navigating the fiscal intricacies of cross-border transactions.

    Unlike Shopify Markets Pro, EAS registers its customers for IOSS. With Shopify Markets Pro, Global-e acts as a merchant of record when selling to EAS, which is on a grey area of the EU regulation.

    7. How does EAS enable market accessibility?

    EAS acts as a bridge over regulatory chasms, facilitating market entry for businesses. By streamlining compliance and ensuring seamless transactions, EAS unlocks the full potential of the European market, drawing in a broader demographic of consumers.

    8. What are the operational advantages of EAS?

    EAS offers operational advantages through its global reach, wider logistics network compatibility, and efficient VAT management on returns. Its expansive logistics network and VAT management system optimise distribution strategies, market expansion, and customer satisfaction.

    9. Does EAS integrate to Shopify?

    Yes, you can easily integrate EAS into your Shopify Store. EAS EU Compliance Shopify App is the highest reviewed Tax Compliance App on Shopify App Store. EAS works with all Shopify Plans without need for Shopify Plan upgrade.

    10. Is it possible to use EAS and Shopify Markets Pro simultaneously?

    Absolutely, you can achieve significant savings by utilising EAS for sales in the EU and UK, while employing Shopify Markets Pro for sales in the rest of the world.

    11. Is Shopify Markets Pro a Shopify service?

    Shopify Markets Pro is an outsourced service powered by Global-e.

    12. How much I can save on corrections in case of returns?

    EAS automatically adjusts your tax reports in the event of returns. In contrast, Shopify Markets Pro does not provide VAT refunds for fulfilled orders. According to analytics, using EAS typically saves you around 20% on returns compared to Shopify Markets Pro.

    Start using EAS

    Save on EU and UK compliance costs, automate IOSS and VAT workflows, and keep more control over your logistics and returns.

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    What is IOSS? Can I use IOSS? Where to find an IOSS intermediary? What are the IOSS costs? Why would I use IOSS? Shopify Community is full of IOSS-related questions. We are covering the most asked questions here.

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    How to Sell to Europe from the US with Shopify: VAT, IOSS & DDP Explained

    Selling from the US to Europe is a big growth opportunity for Shopify merchants. Getting VAT, IOSS, customs, and UK compliance right before orders start moving is another. This guide covers what US Shopify sellers need to know before expanding into the EU and UK.

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    IOSS Registration & Intermediary

    Union OSS can simplify VAT reporting for EU sales. Making sure transactions, filing data, deadlines, and country-specific rates stay accurate is another. This step-by-step guide covers how merchants can manage Union OSS VAT filing with fewer errors.

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  • Mothly “How to maximise european sales” webinar

    Selling in Europe

    Monthly “How to Maximise European Sales” Webinar

    Join EAS for a monthly session packed with practical strategies and insights for growing European sales.

    We are excited to invite you to our monthly webinar series on “How to Maximise European Sales” hosted by EAS.

    As part of our commitment to assisting businesses in achieving their growth goals, we’ve curated an insightful session packed with valuable strategies and insights.

    Webinars are hosted on Thursdays at the beginning of each month at 5pm GMT

    • 25.1.2025
    • 8.2.2024
    • 7.3.2024
    • 4.4.2024

    Webinar Details

    Topic How to Maximise European Sales
    Date Thursday at the beginning of each month
    Time 5pm GMT
    Duration 30 – 45 minutes
    Platform Google Meet
    Access Link provided upon registration

    Agenda

    • Getting Started with EAS
    • Optimising Your Online Store for European Sales
    • Efficient Shipping Solutions for European Customers
    • Announcing Your Presence: Leveraging Social Media
    • Online Store Analytics and Insights
    • Real Customer Success Story
    • Q&A Session

    Our presenters are industry experts with a deep understanding of the European market dynamics. Whether you’re new to EAS or already using our services, this webinar promises to provide actionable insights and practical steps to increase your European sales.

    If you have any specific questions or topics you’d like our experts to address during the Q&A session, please feel free to add them at the registration.

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    Is it worth selling to Europe?

    Europe Day is a celebration of the unity and diversity of the European continent. It is the perfect occasion to think about the opportunities that the European market can offer to your business.

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    EU eCommerce – How to boost your EU sales

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  • DDP vs DDU

    DDP vs DDU: Guide for EU & UK Sales | EAS
    Shipping & Customs

    DDP vs DDU

    Weighing the Pros and Cons for International Sales

    Navigating the complexities of sales to the EU and UK post-BREXIT demands a blend of common sense and practical expertise. Within the intricate realm of customs and logistics, hidden risks and opportunities abound. This article aims to shed light on the contrasting features of two common delivery terms: DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid) and DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), and their implications for international commerce.

    Understanding the Terms

    DDU, or Delivered Duty Unpaid, which has been officially replaced by DAP (Delivered at Place), signifies that as a merchant, you do not collect taxes and duties at the time of sale. Instead, the end customer is responsible for settling customs duties, VAT, and handling customs formalities in the destination country.

    In contrast, DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) entails the merchant collecting VAT and customs duties, and subsequently arranging for their payment at the destination country’s customs. Typically, this involves enlisting the services of a customs broker or a courier company to handle these matters on behalf of the buyer.

    While not a delivery term per se, the IOSS (Import One-Stop Shop) represents a specialised VAT scheme that can be thought of as a simplified form of DDP, particularly suitable for low-value consignments below the 150 EUR threshold. A similar system, UK VAT, is applicable to parcels under 135 GBP.

    Unlike DDP, both IOSS and UK VAT necessitate merchants to collect and remit VAT directly to the respective tax authorities. The key similarity to DDP lies in the fact that end customers do not face additional payments beyond what they’ve paid at checkout.

    On a practical level, it’s possible to combine IOSS/UK VAT for orders below the specified thresholds with either DDP or DDU for orders exceeding those thresholds. For the purposes of this article, we assume that you’ve opted for the IOSS/UK VAT scheme and will focus solely on DDU vs. DDP for orders over the threshold.

    DDU / DAP

    The merchant does not collect duties and taxes for over-threshold orders. The customer pays VAT, duties, and handling costs on arrival.

    DDP

    The merchant collects or covers duties and taxes upfront and arranges payment through the carrier, broker, or customs process.

    DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid)

    General Requirements:

    • Logistics: No special courier requirements; all postal operators suffice. The end customer will be contacted either by the local postal service or customs to cover duties and taxes.
    • Shop Settings: Your online store should be configured to collect VAT for orders below 150 EUR/135 GBP and not to levy taxes for orders surpassing this threshold.

    Customer Satisfaction:

    Customers may be dissatisfied with the realisation that they must shoulder tax payments and additional customs procedure fees (varying from 3 to 15 EUR for postal handling, and 7 to 40 EUR for courier handling).

    Returns:

    Merchants do not incur tax losses on returns; instead, all tax-related costs are borne by customers who undergo the customs process.

    DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid)

    General Requirements:

    • Logistics: You must have an account with a courier or last-mile service provider such as DHL, FedEx, or DPD, as postal operators usually cannot provide DDP services. The courier charges taxes, duties, delivery fees and customs handling fees from the seller.
    • Shop Settings: Your online store should be configured to collect VAT for orders below 150 EUR/135 GBP and also collect customs duties and taxes for orders exceeding this threshold. Some e-commerce platforms may have limitations in providing full DDP landed cost, but EAS can assist depending on the platform.

    Customer Satisfaction:

    Customers are aware from the outset of the precise amount they need to pay, generally resulting in higher satisfaction with their purchase.

    Returns:

    Merchants bear the risk of tax losses. Once items have entered the destination country, they are typically not eligible for reimbursement or return. Customers, on the other hand, face no risk of losing taxes and duties.

    IOSS and UK VAT Schemes

    These schemes offer a blend of advantages from both DDU and DDP but are applicable solely to low-value consignments (under 150€ excluding taxes and delivery). They can be managed by most logistics operators, including postal services, with no risk of tax losses on returns. They provide a DDP-level customer experience, as no additional payments are required upon receipt.

    These schemes are a no-brainer for all deliveries under the 150€ threshold.

    Choosing Between DDP and DDU

    Choosing between DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) and DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid) deliveries involves considering various factors related to your business model, target market, and operational capabilities.

    Here are steps to help you make an informed decision:

    1. Understand the Basics: Familiarise yourself with the definitions of DDP and DDU, as explained in your initial request. DDP involves the seller paying duties and taxes, while in DDU, the buyer is responsible for these costs upon delivery.
    2. Customer Expectations: Assess your customers’ preferences. Do they expect all costs to be included upfront (DDP), or are they accustomed to paying taxes and duties upon delivery (DDU)? Customer satisfaction can be a significant factor in your decision.
    3. Product Value and Volume: Evaluate the average value and volume of your products. For high-value items, absorbing duties and taxes (DDP) might be more financially feasible, while for lower-value items, customers may not mind paying these costs (DDU).
    4. Logistics and Infrastructure: Determine if you have the necessary logistics and infrastructure in place for DDP deliveries. You’ll need the capability to calculate, collect, and remit taxes and duties. If you lack this capability, talk with EAS, we are most probably able to help you.
    5. Competitive Positioning: Analyze your competitors’ practices. If they predominantly offer DDP or DDU, consider aligning with the market norm to remain competitive.
    6. Cost-Benefit Analysis: Calculate the additional costs associated with DDP, including customs brokerage fees, tax collection costs, and the potential for higher shipping fees due to added complexity. Weigh these costs against the benefits of customer satisfaction and ease of purchase.
    7. Consider Hybrid Approaches: In some cases, you can offer both DDP and DDU options to your customers. This allows them to choose their preferred method during checkout. Be sure to communicate clearly about the associated costs and responsibilities.
    8. Testing and Evaluation: If you’re unsure which approach is best, consider testing both DDP and DDU for a period to gather data on customer preferences, conversion rates, and overall profitability. Use this information to make an informed decision.
    9. Consult with Experts: If you’re still uncertain, consult with EAS, we can provide valuable insights and guidance based on your specific circumstances.

    Ultimately, the choice between DDP and DDU should align with your business goals, customer expectations, and logistical capabilities. It’s not a one-size-fits-all decision, so take the time to evaluate your unique situation and make an informed choice that benefits both your business and your customers.

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  • Partnership: EAS x Easyship

    EAS x Easyship Partnership for Shipping & Compliance | EAS
    Platforms & Partners

    Partnership: EAS x Easyship

    The best shipping platform meets the best tax solution!

    We are happy and excited to announce an official partnership with Easyship.

    Logistics, returns, and compliance are the three biggest headaches for any international business.

    Resolving them by yourself means spending hours and hours learning and negotiating and creating processes. Easyship has resolved and automated logistics and returns for 100.000+ companies. EAS has input the whole relevant EU + UK VAT regulation into software for instant compliance.

    Together, we have automated the biggest obstacles from internationalisation!, both fully automated, cost-efficient and in use in minutes!

    Why?

    • Simple, automated shipping and compliance
    • Cost-efficiency from shipping rates to compliance costs
    • Returns automated
    • Integrations to major e-commerce platforms
    • Turnkey, worry-free access to 500 million customers!

    What is Easyship?

    Your Big Ideas, Delivered.

    Easyship is the leading shipping platform accelerating borderless eCommerce. Businesses of all sizes use our software to deliver their goods to buyers across the world.

    Easyship Story

    We saw the future of eCommerce — and it was thousands of brands connecting with customers across the globe through a turnkey shipping platform.

    From that inspiration, we began creating a platform to streamline shipping and fulfillment services for sellers, small businesses and crowdfunding projects so they can seamlessly reach new markets.

    Making the eCommerce Shipping Process Effortless

    When it comes to moving goods, your logistics partners are just as important as the speed of your software. Using Easyship, you gain instant access to our discounted shipping rates, global warehouse network and customs clearance partners.

    Building The Future

    We are a passionate team of eCommerce industry veterans stationed across the globe, building an innovative technology platform and creating a logistics network of shipping providers, warehouses, airlines and ports to provide the best shipping tools to ambitious businesses.

    Easyship in numbers:

    100,000+ happy customers
    220+ Countries & Regions Shipped to With Us
    3.2 Labels Generated Per Second
    250+ Shipping Solutions
    50+ Global Warehouses
    3B API Calls
    27 Countries with Entrepreneurs using Easyship

    What is EAS?

    The benchmark

    EAS is the best EU and UK compliance solution. Full tax compliance without coding, accountants or fixed fees.

    Internationalisation for everyone

    Complicated compliance means hours of learning and creating new processes. You don’t have to be the indirect taxation expert, we are. EAS removes the pain by automating the difficult with our compliance SaaS. You don’t have to have grandiose ideas about world domination, with EAS you can also not stop it from happening.

    No code, no fixed fees

    EAS all-inclusive OSS, IOSS, EU and UK VAT services make your EU sales stress-free and easier than ever. We handle the complex so you can focus on your customers.

    EAS in numbers

    10+ onboardings every day
    500M+ consumers with a single tool
    28 supported countries for tax compliance
    40+ countries served

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    Explore Easyship for shipping and EAS for automated EU and UK tax compliance.

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  • Non-Union Scheme: what kind of animal is it?

    Non-Union OSS Scheme for EU Digital Sales | EAS
    VAT & IOSS

    Non-Union Scheme: what kind of animal is it?

    A practical explanation of the non-Union scheme, VAT registration, IOSS, and EU sales compliance.

    Benevolent would be the word for a non-Union scheme. Non-union scheme handles the VAT on the sale of digital services and goods to EU consumers from outside of the EU.

    It is actually not a new invention, it had a predecessor, MOSS, the Mini-One-Stop-Shop, to handle all digital sales VAT to the EU. MOSS’s success is debatable, but it did create the framework for the whole OSS regulation, including the new MOSS, the non-Union scheme.

    EU annual VAT loss is estimated to be 160B EUR according to Bloomberg Tax. It is clear that something was about to happen such figures and something did: now VAT is to be paid on all sales to EU consumers. Due to the evasive nature of digital goods and services, the non-Union scheme is, in our opinion, the least cumbersome with some reservations.

    As you guessed it, it is also the least used of the schemes and therefore has the least standard operating models. There are EU countries without a single registration to date. The merchant can handle the registration themselves, there is no need for a fiscal representative/intermediary in a non-Union scheme. This reduces the costs of compliance significantly as the mentioned roles always assume joint and separate liability for VAT and liabilities always have a price.

    VAT registration for non-Union scheme

    VAT registration is a bit more complicated but again nothing to worry about. VAT registration has to happen if you store goods in another country of your company registration. The most common occurrence of this is obvious when one uses Fulfillment centres like FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon). So contrary to the previous situation, the registration has nothing to do with the sales threshold. Once you go over the sales threshold in one country you are liable for VAT everywhere in the EU.

    Reporting period varies from one country to another, but as it contains only domestic sales VAT reports it is not as excessive as in the country of incorporation. Some countries require you to appoint a Fiscal Representative if you are not incorporated or don’t have a fixed establishment in the EU.

    The fixed establishment is between VAT and incorporation. You are liable for full accounting, unlike with VAT registration. You are required to register and pay income tax in that country. You will be considered to have a fixed establishment for example when you directly rent or own your own warehouse or other premises, or employ staff in the country.

    IOSS is needed if you deliver goods valued below 150€, to customers in the EU from outside the EU. This is regardless of where you are registered, in the EU or outside of the EU.

    Sales thresholds do not apply as VAT must be collected on all EU sales, IOSS is just the most customer-friendly and efficient way to do it. If you are incorporated or have a fixed establishment in the EU, the registration is simple: just register at your national tax office. If you are not incorporated in the EU or only have VAT registration, you have to appoint an Intermediary for IOSS.

    Ok, it is a jungle, no denying it.

    EAS helps you with all registrations and can act as an intermediary for IOSS users.

    EAS also automates the tax reporting for your EU sales.

    Get in touch with us, you’ll be fine!

    EAS helps with non-Union OSS, IOSS, VAT registrations, and automated EU sales tax reporting.

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  • Brexit, EU and eCommerce

    Brexit, EU and Ecommerce Compliance Guide | EAS
    Selling in Europe

    Brexit, EU and eCommerce

    Fog in canal, continent cut off – still

    It does not matter what your opinion on Brexit is the fact is it has affected all of us. Especially the ones working in e-commerce. The UK was and still is one of the most developed e-commerce markets in the world with in 2021 share of GDP 10,24% and revenue 254b euros (soure: statista). From supply chain interruptions to delivery problems, we have all felt it.

    The challenges Brexit caused have been simply massive due to simultaneous significant regulatory changes on VAT and customs on both sides. This has been further exacerbated by the eagerness of politicians to increase the fog. We know that opaqueness, misinformation and lack of tools serve absolutely no-one in the long run. We cannot even begin to fathom the motivation behind such actions.

    Many logistics and indirect taxation specialists have jumped the gun and given forceful advice without actually understanding the new regulations and their effects. Even large, well-established parties gave simply bad advice on how to handle the new realities and provided inoperative tools to survive the new environment. Worst, many have profited from their own sub-par solutions and terrible advice.

    How to run your eCommerce business after Bexit

    How to clear the fog? First of all, get help, you can’t do it alone. And even if you could, you should have better things to do than compliance. From who then? Who is right and what solutions do you need? Don’t take the first advice at face value, the understanding of issues is not necessarily any better in a multinational consultancy than your auditor. Question their advice and get a second and even a 3rd opinion on issues that matter to you. Don’t rely only on your existing partners.

    You do not have to clear the fog completely either. Advanced solutions are available that automate the navigation in the fog. Building your navigation yourself might sound like a clever idea but, in reality, in 99% of the cases the sum of parts far exceeds the cost of a well built single solution. That is already without the stress and cost of keeping you and your solution updated.

    We are working hard at EAS to make the trade, well, not return to what it was but to make it feasible and even smooth. Our comprehensive, scalable and transparently priced tools for EU sales are something you should have a look at. We are being recommended by industry leaders such as Shopify, Swiss Post, Easyship and Royal Mail, so don’t just take our word for it.

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    Post-Brexit e-commerce: Simplifying EU Sales with IOSS 2026

    Selling to the EU after Brexit is one thing. Keeping VAT, customs, and product safety rules from slowing every order down is another. This guide covers how IOSS and GPSR support can make EU e-commerce simpler.

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    All you need to know about UK VAT

    UK VAT can feel simple until the details start stacking up. Knowing when to register, how rates apply, and what records sellers need to keep is another. This guide covers what businesses need to know before selling in the UK.

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    DDP vs DDU

    Navigating the complexities of sales to the EU and UK post-BREXIT demands a blend of common sense and practical expertise. Within the intricate realm of customs and logistics, hidden risks and opportunities abound. This article aims to shed light on the contrasting features of two common delivery terms: DDU and DDP

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