- France issued new VAT guidance on 4 March 2026 for distance sales of imported goods to consumers in France and the EU.
- The guidance clarifies reporting and payment obligations for merchants not using the Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) system.
- It provides a clear compliance framework for businesses handling cross-border sales without the centralized EU VAT portal.
- The ruling serves as a formal reference to help businesses meet their import VAT obligations accurately and efficiently.
Source: regfollower.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
Latest Posts in "France"
- Applicable VAT Rate for Services Supporting Household Waste Collection and Treatment for Local Authorities
- French Court Rules Logistics and Sample Transport Services VAT-Exempt with Medical Analysis Activities
- Fiscal Solutions: Are You Audit-Ready? Retail Tax Checks in Germany, France & Italy (April 30)
- France to Abolish Simplified VAT Regime from January 2027: Key Changes for Businesses
- Simplified VAT Regime Ends in 2027: Businesses Shift to More Frequent Declarations and Payments













