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The Import One Stop Shop (IOSS)

Deliveries are considered drop shipments if no local fulfilment centre is used and there is no consolidation of stock in the EU. The item is imported from outside the EU and delivered directly to the customer in an EU country.

IOSS simplifies the collection and declaration of VAT for drop shippers. The Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) specifically applies to goods valued at no more €150. Read our articles on the IOSS below and learn how Vatglobal can assist your e-commerce company to become VAT compliant.

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How to inform HMRC about changes to IOSS status

November 24, 2021

UK tax authorities issued new guidance on what to do if you change your Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) VAT registration. If you had previously informed HMRC that you are registered with the IOSS, you can use the online resource

The Import One Stop Shop: Great for online sales (except when it’s not)

October 19, 2021

The EU’s VAT e-commerce package has benefited online retailers in Europe. However there are a number of important VAT issues that still need to be worked out. That’s according to preliminary results of a survey by online retailer industry body

Notify HMRC when using the IOSS in Northern Ireland

June 29, 2021

If you use the EU’s new Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) to sell goods in Northern Ireland, you should notify UK authorities to ensure you don’t pay import VAT at the border. That’s according to guidance issued by HMRC. What

Fulfilment options in Europe and the VAT impact

June 21, 2021

How you deliver your products to your customers is the most important consideration. In general, there are 3 ways you can sell to customers in Europe Delivery from outside the EU/UK direct to customer (“Drop shipping”) Local fulfilment from a

A VIP ticket to the EU: Overcome dropshipping obstacles with the IOSS

May 25, 2021

The VAT and customs laws in Europe have changed drastically in 2021. Brexit and a new EU VAT package have created complexities that could strangle the traditional e-commerce dropshipping model. Import VAT, customs duties and customs declarations are eroding sellers’

Vatglobal’s IOSS solution: The simple way to access the Import One Stop Shop

Vatglobal’s IOSS solution: An easy way to use the Import One Stop Shop

May 20, 2021

For e-commerce sellers that drop ship to customers in the EU, the new Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) is welcome news. However, while the IOSS simplifies VAT compliance, meeting the requirements of the IOSS is still technically demanding. But luckily, Vatglobal’s

Must I appoint an agent to use the Import One Stop Shop (IOSS)?

May 20, 2021

The new Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) makes VAT compliance much simpler for companies that import goods for sale to customers in the EU. However, if your business is not established in the EU, you will generally be required to appoint

What does it mean to have an (Import One Stop Shop) IOSS registration?

May 20, 2021

Businesses that decide to take advantage of the Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) must register for the IOSS through the portal of an EU member state. But what, precisely, does it mean to have an IOSS registration? Businesses based outside

What are the benefits of the Import One Stop Shop (IOSS)?

May 20, 2021

The Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) provides significant benefits at each stage of the import and sales process. When you drop ship, the IOSS makes your imports more efficient. With the IOSS, VAT registration and compliance is greatly simplified. And

Improving your EU customer's buying experience

One simple trick to improve your EU customer’s experience

May 20, 2021

Picture the scene. You’re scrolling on your phone late at night. You should be in bed, but you’ve got yourself caught up in an argument on social media. Or you’ve gone down a Wikipedia vortex and now you’re an expert

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