Sell Globally Without the VAT & Tax Compliance Headache
End-to-end VAT registration, filing, and EPR compliance for online sellers
expanding across borders — automated by our compliance platform and
backed by 450+ specialists across 12 countries.
- ✓ VAT & GST registration — EU, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, UAE, KSA & more
- ✓ VAT registered in all Amazon Pan-European FBA countries — automated
- ✓ EPR compliance (mandatory for Amazon DE, FR, ES)
- ✓ OSS / IOSS setup — automated calculations, direct submissions
- ✓ Real-time VAT & compliance dashboard — full visibility across all markets
- ✓ Dedicated account manager — a named specialist, not a ticket queue
Selling Across Borders?
Here’s What Trips Sellers Up
Whether you sell on Amazon, Shopify, eBay, or your own store — the compliance walls are the same. Most sellers hit all four before they realise the clock is already ticking.
VAT registration in multiple countries — simultaneously
Selling cross-border triggers VAT obligations in every country where you store or sell goods. Each jurisdiction has different forms, thresholds, timelines, and local-language requirements. Getting it wrong means fines, frozen funds, or blocked listings.
EPR is now mandatory — and marketplaces enforce it
If you sell products with packaging, electronics (WEEE), or batteries in Germany, France, or Spain, EPR registration is a legal requirement — not optional. Amazon, and increasingly other platforms, now actively verify this and will block listings for non-compliant sellers.
Rules change faster than you can keep up
OSS, IOSS, DAC7, GPSR, GST reforms, Plastic Packaging Tax — regulations across the EU, UK, and beyond evolve constantly. Staying current is a full-time job that pulls you away from running your business.
Retrospective exposure if you’re already selling
Sellers who have been trading without proper VAT or indirect tax registration face backdated obligations and penalties. The earlier you act, the lower your exposure. AVASK handles voluntary disclosure and retrospective registration.
From Application to
Fully Compliant in 4 Steps
AVASK handles the full process — from document collection to authority submission to ongoing filing. You’re informed at every stage.
Free compliance assessment
Tell us your marketplace setup and target countries. We map your exact VAT and EPR obligations within 1 business day — no charge, no commitment.
Document collection
Your account manager guides you through the documentation needed. We handle the preparation and verification — minimal effort on your side.
Registration submission
AVASK submits to all relevant tax and EPR authorities simultaneously, and follows up proactively. We chase authorities — you don’t have to.
Ongoing compliance & filing
VAT returns filed accurately and on time across all countries. Full visibility in your client portal. Your account manager handles all authority correspondence.
Know when you’ll be compliant
One Platform.
Total Compliance Control.
Our cross-border compliance platform connects your marketplace accounts, automates VAT and indirect tax calculations, and files directly with tax authorities across every jurisdiction we cover — EU, UK, and beyond. No manual submissions. No blind spots. Expert specialists behind every step.
Direct API connections to Amazon, Shopify, Woocommerce, eBay, and 70+ major marketplaces
Automated data ingestion — no manual exports or spreadsheet uploads.
Direct submissions via APIs to key UK & EU Tax Authorities
VAT returns filed digitally and directly in the UK, Germany, Spain, Czech Republic, Poland, IOSS, and more.
VAT Dashboard — real-time liability visibility
Monitor your VAT position, filing status, and compliance health across all markets in one view.
Audit-ready evidence — always
Centralised filing records, calculation trails, and submission confirmations. Ready if an authority ever asks.
What’s included
Everything You Need
to Expand Globally — Compliant
One platform. All compliance obligations covered. Every market
VAT registration in all Amazon Pan-European FBA countries
DE, FR, IT, ES, PL, NL, CZ, and UK — handled simultaneously
Monthly, quarterly and annual VAT Filings
Prepared and submitted to every tax authority, on time, every time
OSS / IOSS registration if applicable
Simplify EU-wide VAT reporting — we advise whether it applies to you
EPR registration (packaging, WEEE, batteries, and many more categories)
Mandatory for selling on Amazon in Germany, France, and Spain
EORI number at no extra cost
Required to clear goods through EU customs — included with every VAT registration
Marketplace liaison support
We help resolve VAT and EPR compliance flags across Amazon, Shopify, eBay, and other platforms
Client portal — track compliance in real time
Track VAT numbers, filings, deadlines, and liability across all countries — one dashboard, every market
Dedicated account manager
A named specialist. One number. Not a shared inbox or ticket queue.
Already selling without VAT or EPR registration?
This is more common than you’d think. AVASK handles voluntary disclosure and retrospective registration. The earlier you act, the lower your exposure. Speak to a specialist — no judgement, just solutions.
Talk to a compliance expert →Global VAT coverage
Wherever You Sell Next, We’re Already There
European Union
VAT · EPR · OSS/IOSS
27 member states
United Kingdom
VAT · EPR · GPSR
Post-Brexit compliance
Australia
GST registration
& ongoing filing
Japan
Consumption Tax
registration & filing
Canada
GST/HST/PST
compliance
UAE
VAT registration
& compliance
Saudi Arabia
VAT registration
& compliance
Mexico
IVA registration
& compliance
Whatever Your Setup,
We’ve Seen It Before
From first-time launchers to scaling multi-channel businesses — AVASK handles
compliance at every stage and every market.
Launching into a new country for the first time?
We map exactly what you need — VAT, EPR, EORI, OSS — and get you registered fast. No guesswork. We handle it.
Get started →Already live in 2–5 countries and expanding further?
Revenue is growing — and so is compliance risk. We protect your VAT position across every jurisdiction while you scale — whether you’re selling goods or digital products.
Talk to a specialist →Already selling without full VAT registration or facing a penalty?
When compliance breaks, we get you back on track — fast. Voluntary disclosure, retrospective registration, authority disputes.
Get urgent help →Selling across Amazon, Shopify, eBay, your own store — and multiple geographies?
One platform. Every channel. Every market. Built for complex, high-volume compliance across 10+ jurisdictions.
Talk to us →Frequently asked questions about VAT
What are VAT thresholds?
VAT thresholds vary from country to country and are set quite carefully in order to both incentivise small businesses to expand into new markets, whilst at the same time not overburden them with extra administrative costs.
How is VAT calculated?
VAT is calculated using the local rate for that country. For example, in the UK the rate is 20%, so if you had a sale of £10 excluding VAT, your gross sale price would, therefore, be £10 + £2 = £12
We recommend that you, therefore, mark your products up by at least 20% to cover the VAT element. This ensures that your customer is the one paying the VAT and you are effectively working as a tax collector on behalf of HMRC.
Saying this care must, of course, be taken when pricing your products so that you remain competitive within the marketplace.
How do I register for VAT?
Generally speaking, you’ll need these documents to get started:
- Articles of Organisation/ Articles of Incorporation/ Business Extract
- Director’s proof of address x2: such as electricity/water/phone bills or bank statements
- Valid passport
- AVASK application form
- Company bank statement (for Czech Republic)
Each country’s tax office will ask for different documents in addition to these, so be sure to have these core documents on hand for each application.
What's an EORI number, and why do we need one?
The EORI (Economic Operator Registration and Identification) number is an EU initiative that helps traders communicate with customs officials when they are importing and exporting goods.
It’s specific to your VAT number/your company, and is used when clearing your goods at customs in European countries.
When we register your business for VAT, we’ll also apply for an EORI number for your business. This comes at no extra cost.
Why do we need one?
Without an EORI number, your shipment will be held at customs until a valid number for your company can be provided. This will incur a day rate on the shipment held – and is therefore an issue you very much want to avoid!
Additionally, clearing a shipment with the incorrect EORI number will result in you being unable to claim the import VAT paid at customs that you’re entitled to reclaim.
What does AVASK's VAT and compliance service include?
The AVASK VAT filing and compliance service includes:
- Integration with your Amazon Seller Central account
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns as required by each tax authority
- Timely communications to ensure filing deadlines are met
- Dealing with correspondence and requests from tax authorities on your behalf
- A dedicated VAT account manager – across your portfolio
- Advice and support relating to provision of data for your business
- Consultations regarding your VAT accounts with your dedicated account manager
Intrastat declarations
We can also assist you with your Intrastat declarations, but this isn’t included in our standard service. Please contact a member of the AVASK team if you require support with your Intrastat declarations.
Why is my VAT registration taking so long?
Sometimes registrations do get delayed for seemingly no reason at all. Once AVASK sends your paperwork to the tax authorities, we don’t have any control over when they issue your VAT number(s).
But if the tax office has any additional questions, we aim to follow up and get you answers. Speak to your account manager to help get that resolved.
Can I use my VAT number for other marketplaces in other countries?
Yes – just make sure you include your sales from the other marketplaces. Do this through the client portal – this means when we do the calculation, we can capture every taxable transaction you’ve made in that country.
Let’s say you’re based in Greece and selling into Germany. Your VAT number is tied to your company, not marketplace so the local tax authority (in this case, Germany) expects you declare every sale that you made there.
Do I need different VAT numbers for different platforms?
No, you can use the same VAT number no matter which platform you sell through.
I’m an EU-UK seller without VAT numbers – do I need a UK VAT number now?
If you’re sending all your goods from the EU to the UK, Amazon is collecting and remitting the VAT due on all the sales. If you’re not storing in the UK, you won’t need a UK VAT number.
My business is incorporated in the United States. Do I require fiscal representation in countries like Canada, Germany, or others where we operate? Also, what's the monthly fee for VAT filing in these countries?
Yes, U.S. companies often require fiscal representation in countries where they are VAT-registered, such as Canada and Germany. The need for fiscal representation depends on the specific regulations of each country. The monthly fee for VAT filing varies by country and the number of filings required.
Speak to your account manager to get an accurate quote based on your operational needs.
Can we pay our AVASK fees annually?
Owing to popular demand you can soon pay monthly, quarterly or yearly. We’re still getting our systems ready to support this – look out for when we let you know these options are ready for you to choose.
Which currency do you charge your fees in?
We charge in Euros, not pounds sterling.
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