Global Tax Guidev1.1.0

An online retailer based in the UK selling physical goods to multiple EU countries via their own Shopify store and Amazon. They need to determine VAT obligations, register for OSS if eligible, and avoid penalties for threshold breaches.

A fashion brand selling apparel through their website and marketplace platforms like Amazon and Etsy. They exceed economic nexus thresholds in several US states and must register, collect, and remit sales tax appropriately.

A company selling SaaS subscriptions and digital downloads to consumers in Australia, Singapore, and New Zealand. They need to assess GST obligations, register for foreign seller schemes, and apply correct tax treatment.

A seller using TikTok Shop, Shopee, and Lazada across Southeast Asia. They are unsure which platforms handle tax collection in each country and need to verify marketplace facilitator policies to avoid double payment or non-compliance.

A UK-based seller of medical supplements selling to EU consumers. Post-Brexit rules changed VAT obligations, requiring separate registrations or OSS use. They must also check product-specific reduced rates in each EU country.

Selling physical or digital goods through your own online store (e.g., Shopify, WooCommerce) to customers in multiple countries. This model requires direct registration and compliance in each jurisdiction where thresholds are met.

Selling products on third-party platforms like Amazon, Etsy, TikTok Shop, or Lazada. The platform may be a marketplace facilitator and collect tax on your behalf, but you must verify this for each country and platform.

Providing digital products (software, e-books, online courses) to customers globally. This model often has remote seller thresholds and specific digital tax rules in countries like EU, Australia, Singapore, and New Zealand.