- Triangulation simplification provisions in VAT Directive
- Exempt intra-Community acquisition in country where goods end
- Avoids VAT registration for party B
- VAT liability shifts onto party C
- Applies in chain transaction with three parties in different Member States
- Transport must be ascribed to first supply
- Conditions for simplification to apply outlined in Article 141 of VAT Directive
- Typical scenario outlined for application of simplification
- A makes exempt intra-Community supply to B with transport ending in MS 3
- B considered to make acquisition in MS 3 for subsequent supply
- C designated as person liable for VAT payment in MS 3
Source: zampapartners.com
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