July 18, 2013

Determining When to Collect Value-Added Tax for European Subscription Sales

As I’ve previously reported, while US and European publishers didn’t have to charge a Value-Added Tax rate to print subscriptions, they do have to collect and remit VAT for digital sales of goods and services. And content is considered an Electronically-Supplied Service (ESS). ESS can also include: Web-hosting, distance maintenance of programs and equipment Software downloads or SaaS Images, text and information and database access Music, films and games, including video games Sports, scientific and entertainment broadcasts and virtual events E-learning According to…

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Collecting VAT for Online Subscription Sales in Europe

Did you know that US companies are responsible for collecting and remitting VAT payments to any consumer subscribers in Europe — even if you’re selling digital content? Find out how much you owe and how to set up the most effective system to remit this online sales tax.

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