VAT is a value added tax on goods and services sold to consumers. VAT remittance programs allow the seller to charge VAT to the consumer at the time of purchase and pay the foreign tax authority directly on a recurring basis. These programs only apply to the payment of VAT. Any applicable customs duties or handling fees may still require payment by the recipient at the time of delivery.
Depending on the value of the item being shipped and the regulations in the destination country, you may have the option or be required to pay VAT directly to the foreign tax authority.
The following destinations have special VAT requirements:
European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden)
For more information on specific destination requirements, please visit the International Destination Listing.