On Boarding-VAT
Understanding UK & EU Postponed VAT Accounting (PVA) Schemes
Overview Postponed VAT Accounting (PVA) is a scheme that allows businesses to account for import VAT on their VAT return rather than paying it upfront when their goods reach the border. This means that businesses can defer the payment of import VAT ...
VAT Guide: UK & EU (2026)
Overview This guide provides an overview of Value Added Tax (VAT) across the UK and EU, including rates, schemes, reporting requirements, and import considerations. What is VAT? UK VAT VAT (Value Added Tax) is a consumption tax applied to most goods ...
VAT - Completing the French (FR) POA form
Overview In this guide, we will explain how to correctly complete the Power of Attorney (POA) required in order to proceed with your French (FR) VAT application. Completing the FR POA 1. Expandly will send a copy of the POA once all required ...
VAT Take Overs - What's next?
Overview In this guide, we outline the next steps should you wish for Expandly to take over a VAT number that you previously obtained and which is still active. Please note: It is extremely important that Expandly is made fully aware of your VAT ...
Amazon Pan-EU scheme - what are my obligations?
Overview In this guide, we will explain your compliance obligations, should you choose to sign up to the Amazon Pan-EU scheme. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to Amazon Seller Central, as they change this regularly. What is the ...
VAT - Expected Lead Times
Overview This guide outlines the expected lead times, by country, for VAT registrations to be completed and VAT numbers to be issued. Please note that these timeframes are estimates based on the tax authorities’ published ETAs and may vary depending ...
VAT - Why do I need to provide region-specific Amazon Seller Central Screenshots, when applying for VAT?
Overview In this guide, we will explain the importance of providing Amazon Seller Central Screenshots, for each different region that you are attempting to obtain VAT Numbers in. Why do I need to provide region-specific Amazon Seller Central ...
Italy VAT Bond Requirements
Overview Non-EU businesses (excluding UK, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) registering for VAT in Italy must now secure a €50,000 bond to combat VAT fraud, ensure financial accountability, and protect VIES integrity. This applies to businesses ...
Uploading Documents for your VAT Application via Expandly
Overview This guide explains how you can upload all necessary documentation, required alongside your VAT application(s), via your Expandly portal. Why do I need a VAT Number in different countries? You need a VAT number in different countries mainly ...
VAT - NL Documents
Overview In this guide, we will explain what documentation needs to be submitted alongside any NL VAT registrations. NL VAT Documentation required 1. A signed copy of the POA The POA should be signed by the director. If any other staff sign the POA, ...
ES VAT - Completing the Modelo 030 Form
Overview In this guide, we will explain how to fill in the Modelo 030 Form, which is required as part of your ES VAT application. Completing the Modelo Form The following sections will need to be completed: 1, 2, 6 & 7 1. Section 1 & 2 - Data of ...
VAT - Why do I need to provide region-specific Amazon Seller Central Screenshots, when applying for VAT?
Overview In this guide, we will explain the importance of providing Amazon Seller Central Screenshots, for each different region that you are attempting to obtain VAT Numbers in. Why do I need to provide region-specific Amazon Seller Central ...
VAT - DE Documents
Overview In this guide, we will explain what documentation needs to be submitted alongside any DE VAT registrations. DE VAT Documentation required 1. POA and Authorisation Form Power of Attorney (POA) Must be signed and dated at the bottom of the ...
VAT - UK Documents
Overview In this guide, we will explain what documentation needs to be submitted alongside any UK VAT registrations. UK VAT Documentation required 1. HMRC 64-8 Form This is the form used in the UK to authorise a third-party (such as Expandly) to deal ...
VAT - SE Documents
Overview SE Documents 1. Anti-Money Laundering Check You will be required to go through a AML check with the authorities. You will be asked to provide satisfactory documentation and pass a check, prior to proceeding with the registration. We will ...
VAT - Standard Documentation
Overview In this guide, we will go into detail on what standard documentation needs to be submitted in order for us to successfully proceed with your VAT applications. These documents will need to be provided when registering for VAT in any country ...
VAT - FR Documents
Overview In this guide, we will explain what documentation needs to be submitted alongside any FR VAT registrations. FR Documents 1. Amazon FR Seller Central screenshots We will require screenshots from Amazon showing the Amazon.fr Token and Seller ...
VAT - ES Documents
Overview In this guide, we will explain what documents need to be provided alongside your ES VAT registration applications ES VAT Documents 1. VAT Filing Questions Please click here for more information 2. Amazon Business Solution Certificate Please ...
SE VAT - Seller Central Screenshots
Overview In this guide, we will explain how you can obtain your Amazon Seller Central screenshots, that will need to be provided when submitting your SE VAT application. Obtaining SE VAT Seller Central Screenshots 1. Log in to your Amazon Seller ...
Adding Expandly as an Authorised Partner on Amazon Seller Central
Overview In this guide, we will explain how you can add Expandly as an Authorised Partner on your Amazon Seller Central Account. Since Expandly is an Amazon SPN member, you will be adding us an Authorised Partner NOT a Secondary User. Authorised ...
VAT - Amazon Business Solutions Certificate
Overview In this guide we will explain how to obtain the Amazon Business solutions Certificate, which will be required to register for a VAT Numbers, in some countries (DE,ES & SE) Obtaining the Amazon Business Solutions Certificate 1. Open a case to ...
DE VAT - 8802/6166 form
What is the difference between a 8802 and a 6166 form? Form 8802, Application for United States Residency Certification is used to request a certificate of residency. Form 6166, is the form that residents of the United States may need to claim income ...
DE VAT - Seller Central Screenshots
Overview In this guide, we will explain how you can obtain your Amazon Seller Central screenshots, that will need to be provided when submitting your DE VAT application. Obtaining DE VAT Seller Central Screenshots 1. Log in to your Amazon Seller ...