- The new EU VAT framework impacts Italian operators by making suppliers responsible for import VAT and promoting the Import One-Stop Shop.
- Foreign sellers must register with the IOSS or appoint a tax representative for sales to Italian consumers.
- The EUR 150 threshold for IOSS eligibility remains, with penalties for non-compliance.
- The Directive simplifies VAT declaration and payment, allowing VAT to be paid at the point of sale.
- The framework aligns with the Union Customs Code reform, focusing on distance sales and import VAT rules.
Source: vatabout.com
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