JSpencer Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Hi, Since the 1st of January, when I place an order for delivery to France, I have found some shops no longer include VAT while others still do. As they are pre-orders, I suspect that they will have time to sort out the rules and charge me correctly. But should they still charge VAT sending to the EU? (I see shops outside the UK selling into it, have to register for a UK VAT number, but not sure what happens in the reverse). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trains4U Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Retailers can deduct the VAT for ex-UK sales, yes. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cape Town Trev Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 1 hour ago, Trains4U said: Retailers can deduct the VAT for ex-UK sales, yes. However the tax authorities at the destination country can levy VAT [or similar tax] if applicable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdvle Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 3 hours ago, JSpencer said: Since the 1st of January, when I place an order for delivery to France, I have found some shops no longer include VAT while others still do. As they are pre-orders, I suspect that they will have time to sort out the rules and charge me correctly. But should they still charge VAT sending to the EU? (I see shops outside the UK selling into it, have to register for a UK VAT number, but not sure what happens in the reverse). Just be aware that it will now be like ordering from the US, where you can get a "surprise" bill for clearing your item through customs from the shipping company - there are already media stories about customers shocked that they now have to pay extra fees. 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndon Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Sales to EU countries should now be treat in the same way as 'rest of world' sales have always been treat with no VAT. John 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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