Does the reverse charge mechanism apply to B2B transactions between companies in different EU countries?

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Can businesses reclaim VAT on their expenses?

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How does VAT work for imports and exports outside the EU?

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What is the Mini One Stop Shop (MOSS), and how does it impact VAT for digital services?

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How does the VAT threshold affect small businesses?

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What distinguishes standard and reduced VAT rates?

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Q: Does the reverse charge mechanism apply to B2B transactions between companies in different EU countries?

The reverse charge mechanism applies to B2B transactions between companies in different EU countries, provided each company has a valid VAT number. Check our Guide for more details and to verify a number's validity. The main purpose of the reverse charge mechanism is to ensure VAT compliance and proper reporting for cross-border B2B transactions within the EU while simplifying the process and avoiding the need for businesses to register for VAT in multiple countries.

Q: Can businesses reclaim VAT on their expenses?

Businesses can generally reclaim VAT on business-related purchases, such as raw materials, equipment, and services. However, certain expenses, like entertainment or company cars, may limit VAT recovery. Proper documentation is essential to support VAT reclaims. Discussing VAT rules with your accountant, especially in Germany, is crucial.

Q: How does VAT work for imports and exports outside the EU?

For imports, VAT is charged at the point of entry into the EU at the same rate as the destination country. For exports, goods are generally exempt from VAT when sold to customers outside the EU, but businesses may still need to account for VAT on related services, such as shipping.

Q: What is the Mini One Stop Shop (MOSS), and how does it impact VAT for digital services?

The MOSS is a simplified VAT registration and payment system for businesses providing digital services to consumers in the EU. It allows businesses to register and report VAT on digital services in a single member state rather than registering for VAT in each country where they have customers. You can find detailed information here.

Q: How does the VAT threshold affect small businesses?

The VAT threshold is a turnover limit set by each European country, above which businesses must register for VAT and charge VAT on their sales. Small businesses with a turnover below the threshold are not required to charge VAT, which can benefit their competitiveness. In Germany, this limit is set to 22.000€ turnover.

Q: What distinguishes standard and reduced VAT rates?

The standard VAT rate is the general rate applied to most goods and services, while reduced rates are lower rates applied to specific goods or services, such as food, medicines, and public transportation. Some items may be exempt from VAT altogether.

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Does the reverse charge mechanism apply to B2B transactions between companies in different EU countries?

Can businesses reclaim VAT on their expenses?

How does VAT work for imports and exports outside the EU?

What is the Mini One Stop Shop (MOSS), and how does it impact VAT for digital services?

How does the VAT threshold affect small businesses?

What distinguishes standard and reduced VAT rates?

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