This article outlines the tax policies for customers in European countries. Please keep in mind that tax laws and regulations are subject to change, and it's essential to stay updated on the latest guidelines. While we strive to provide general information, consulting with a tax professional is recommended for personalized advice.

When materials produced in the EU are shipped to a customer outside the EU, it is regarded as an export and is exempt from VAT.

For cross-border transactions within the EU, providing a valid EU VAT ID generally results in zero-rated VAT. However, if the provided VAT ID is registered in the same country where the materials are shipped from, it will be considered a domestic sale and subject to the respective country's VAT regulations. You can typically reclaim VAT payments from your tax authorities; for more details, refer to our guide on reclaiming VAT.

If a valid EU VAT ID is not provided with your billing address, we will charge VAT based on the delivery country where Gelato is VAT registered.

VAT handling differs across countries. While we strive to produce materials in the delivery country for optimal quality and delivery times, there might be instances where orders are sent from a print partner outside the delivery country. Below, you'll find country-specific VAT treatments for local printing and delivery scenarios.

Austria does not apply an extended reverse charge. Therefore, locally produced orders are treated as domestic sales and subject to a 20% VAT.

Belgium applies an extended reverse charge. If you are registered with a valid EU VAT ID in Belgium, the VAT rate is 0%. If you are not registered with a valid EU VAT ID in Belgium, a 21% VAT applies. Ensure your Belgian VAT ID is included in your billing address to facilitate direct VAT payment to the Belgian tax authority.

The Czech Republic does not apply an extended reverse charge. Locally produced orders are treated as domestic sales and are subject to a 21% VAT.

Denmark does not apply an extended reverse charge. Orders produced locally are subject to a 25% VAT.

France applies an extended reverse charge. If you are registered with a valid EU VAT ID in France, the VAT rate is 0%. If you are not registered with a valid EU VAT ID in France, a 20% VAT applies. Ensure your French VAT ID is in your billing address for direct VAT payment to the French tax authority.

Germany does not apply an extended reverse charge, resulting in a 19% VAT on locally produced orders treated as domestic sales.

Ireland does not apply an extended reverse charge. Locally produced orders are treated as domestic sales and are subject to a 23% VAT.

Italy applies an extended reverse charge. If you are registered with a valid EU VAT ID in Italy, the VAT rate is 0%. If you are not registered with a valid EU VAT ID in Italy, a 22% VAT applies. Ensure your Italian VAT ID is included in your billing address for direct VAT payment to the Italian tax authority.

The Netherlands applies an extended reverse charge. If you are registered with a valid EU VAT ID in the Netherlands, the VAT rate is 0%. If you are not registered, a 21% VAT applies. The Dutch VAT ID should be included in your billing address for direct VAT payment to the Dutch tax authority.

Norway does not apply an extended reverse charge. Locally produced orders are subject to a 25% VAT.

Poland does not apply an extended reverse charge, resulting in a 23% VAT on locally produced orders treated as domestic sales.

While Portugal applies an extended reverse charge, Gelato's lack of presence in Portugal means locally produced orders are still subject to a 23% VAT.

Spain applies an extended reverse charge. If you are an established company, the VAT rate is 0%. If you are not an established company, a 21% VAT applies. Your company name should be included in your billing address for direct VAT payment to the Spanish tax authority.

Canary Islands: Deliveries to business customers in the Canary Islands are treated as exports from the EU and are VAT-exempt.

While Sweden applies an extended reverse charge, Gelato is not registered for it. Therefore, all locally produced orders are subject to a 25% VAT.

Switzerland does not apply an extended reverse charge, resulting in an 8% VAT on locally produced orders treated as domestic sales.

The United Kingdom does not apply an extended reverse charge, resulting in a 20% VAT on locally produced orders treated as domestic sales.