VAT returns for ecommerce sellers
VAT Returns & Compliance for Ecommerce Sellers
Running VAT across multiple marketplaces and payment providers is one of the most common ways ecommerce sellers fall out of step with HMRC. We handle your VAT registration, returns and Making Tax Digital compliance, so you never have to guess whether you’ve got it right.
VAT Support Built Around How Ecommerce Actually Sells
Selling across Amazon, Shopify, eBay, Etsy or your own website means VAT gets complicated fast. Our VAT service is built specifically for multi-channel sellers.
VAT Registration & Threshold Monitoring
We track your rolling 12-month turnover across every platform you sell on, so you register at the right time and never miss the 30-day deadline.
Quarterly VAT Returns
We prepare and file accurate VAT returns each quarter, correctly treating platform fees, refunds and cross-border sales.
Marketplace & OSS / IOSS VAT
We handle EU One Stop Shop (OSS) and Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) registrations and returns for sellers shipping into Europe.
Amazon FBA & Multi-Country VAT
For Amazon FBA sellers holding stock in multiple EU warehouses, we manage the multi-country VAT registrations that come with it.
VAT Scheme Selection
We help you choose between the Standard, Flat Rate or Cash Accounting schemes based on what actually suits your margins.
Making Tax Digital Compliance
We set your VAT records up in Xero so every return is submitted digitally, in line with HMRC’s MTD for VAT rules.
VAT For Ecommerce Isn't The Same As VAT For A Shop
A general accountant will file your VAT return correctly if your sales are simple. But ecommerce isn’t simple. One bank deposit might contain sales from three different marketplaces, in two different currencies, with fees, refunds and chargebacks all mixed in. We untangle that every quarter, so nothing gets missed or double-counted.
An Accountant Who Already Understands Marketplace VAT
We work with sellers on Amazon, Shopify, eBay, Etsy, Vinted and more, so we already know how each platform reports sales and fees. That means fewer questions back and forth, and a VAT return that’s right the first time.
Getting Your VAT Sorted, Step By Step
We keep the process simple, whether you’re registering for the first time or handing over an existing VAT setup.
Review Your Sales & Platforms
We look at where you sell, how much you turn over, and whether you’re already VAT registered.
Set Up Your VAT Records
We connect your platforms to Xero and set up the correct VAT treatment for your sales, fees and refunds.
Ongoing Returns & Support
We prepare and file your VAT returns every quarter and flag anything that needs your attention before it becomes a problem.
VAT Done Properly, Quarter After Quarter
Our ecommerce clients stop worrying about whether their VAT return is right, because reconciliation and review happen every quarter, not just at deadline time.
VAT Mistakes We Help Sellers Avoid
Registering too late and facing a penalty. Charging VAT on sales that shouldn’t have it, or missing it on sales that should. Getting OSS or IOSS registration wrong for EU sales. Treating marketplace fees as if no VAT applies to them. We catch these before they reach HMRC, not after.
Fixed Monthly VAT Support, No Surprise Bills
VAT support is priced as a fixed monthly fee based on your turnover and the number of platforms you sell on. There’s no hourly billing and no surprise invoice when a return takes longer than expected. Get an instant quote to see your price.
VAT For Ecommerce Sellers: FAQs
What Is A VAT Return?
A VAT return is a report you submit to HMRC, usually every three months, showing how much VAT you’ve charged customers and how much you’ve paid on business purchases. The difference is what you owe or can reclaim.
When Do I Need To Register For VAT As An Ecommerce Seller?
You must register once your taxable turnover across all your sales channels goes over £90,000 in any rolling 12-month period, or if you expect to cross that figure in the next 30 days alone.
How Do You Handle VAT Across Multiple Marketplaces?
We reconcile sales, fees and refunds from each platform separately, then combine them into one accurate VAT return, correctly treating UK, EU and international sales.
Do You Handle OSS And IOSS Registrations?
Yes. If you sell to customers in the EU, we can register and manage your OSS or IOSS returns alongside your UK VAT.
How Much Do Accountants Charge For VAT Returns?
Our VAT support is included in a fixed monthly fee based on your turnover and platforms, rather than a separate charge per return. Request an instant quote for an exact figure.
Can You Take Over My VAT If I'm Already Registered?
Yes. We review your current VAT setup, correct anything that needs fixing, and take over your returns from your next filing period.
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