Which countries are covered?
We provide VAT rates for all 27 EU member states. This includes Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, 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.
How often are VAT rates updated?
We monitor official EU sources and update rates within 24 hours of any changes. VAT rates change infrequently (typically announced months in advance), but when they do, we update immediately.
What is the difference between standard and reduced rates?
Standard rate is the default VAT applied to most goods and services. Reduced rates apply to specific categories like food, books, or medical supplies. Some countries also have super-reduced rates (close to zero) for essential items.
Do you support MOSS/OSS compliance?
Yes! Our API provides the VAT rates needed for MOSS (Mini One-Stop Shop) and OSS (One-Stop Shop) compliance when selling digital services to EU consumers. Look up the customer's country to apply the correct rate.
Can I get all EU VAT rates in one request?
Yes! Make a request without specifying a country to get VAT rates for all EU member states. This is useful for caching rates locally or building a comprehensive pricing table.
How do I handle B2B sales with VAT exemption?
For B2B sales where the buyer has a valid VAT ID, you can apply a 0% rate under the reverse charge mechanism. Our bundle includes a VAT ID validation API to verify business status.
What about post-Brexit UK VAT?
The UK is no longer an EU member state. We include UK VAT rates separately for convenience, but different rules apply for UK sales. Consult with a tax advisor for UK-specific requirements.
Do you provide historical VAT rates?
Our API returns current rates by default. For historical rates (useful for invoice validation or auditing), contact us about enterprise plans with historical data access.
