VAT Filing, Recovery and Compliance Services – 2026

Full-Service German VAT Compliance for Amazon & E-Commerce Sellers

Navigating EU VAT compliance requires more than just automated data exports; it requires strategic oversight to ensure you aren't overpaying. While standard automated services often overlook deductible expenses and Import VAT refunds, our premium compliance model provides manual reconciliation to recover your hidden costs.

From managing Inter-EU VAT-free sales (ZM) to acting as your Fiscal Representative for OSS and IOSS, we bridge the gap between simple filing and professional tax optimization, ensuring your international business remains both compliant and profitable in the German and European markets.

Hannover Location Advantage
Fast Tax Office Access

Monthly VAT filing from €120 · OSS filing from €250/quarter · see all prices & packages

Responsible German Tax Offices by Country

🇬🇧United KingdomHannover-Nord
🇮🇪IrelandHannover-Nord
🇺🇸United StatesBonn-Innenstadt
🇨🇦CanadaBonn-Innenstadt
🇨🇳ChinaBerlin International
🇯🇵JapanBerlin International
🇦🇺AustraliaBerlin International
🌍Rest of WorldBerlin International

The Challenges You're Facing

Struggling with complex German VAT and OSS filing requirements?

Worried about compliance issues when selling on Amazon, Otto, or Kaufland?

Need EORI numbers for importing goods or EPR numbers for packaging compliance?

Confused about VAT registration requirements across EU markets?

Spending too much time on German tax paperwork instead of growing your business?

If any of these sound familiar, you're not alone. These are exactly the challenges we solve for international e-commerce businesses every day.

Premium Pricing Model

Integrated Compliance & Recovery

See how our premium model compares to standard "Amazon-style" automated services.

Import VAT & Expenses

Automated Services

Typically not included — VAT on imports or local business costs is often not reclaimed.

e-VATAX Premium

Reclaimed. Manual reconciliation of customs docs and expense invoices to refund your cash.
Inter-EU Sales (ZM)

Automated Services

Often a paid extra or requires manual data entry by the seller.

e-VATAX Premium

Fully Managed. We handle the Zusammenfassende Meldung to verify VAT-free B2B trade.
OSS / IOSS Filing

Automated Services

Usually automated data sync only, without individual review of thresholds and rates.

e-VATAX Premium

Verified Filing. Manual check of thresholds and country-specific rates + Fiscal Representation.
EU-Wide VAT Refunds

Automated Services

Often not part of the standard scope — refunds for previous quarters may be missed.

e-VATAX Premium

Full Recovery. OSS/IOSS EU-wide VAT refunds for previous quarters with proper manual handling.
Support Level

Automated Services

Typically ticket-based or automated support.

e-VATAX Premium

Direct Access. Personal counsel from your dedicated Hannover-based tax consultant.

Stop leaving money on the table with basic automated services.

Get Premium VAT Recovery

Our Complete Solution

We handle every aspect of German VAT compliance so you can focus on growing your business.

Complete Registration Package

German Tax Number, VAT ID, EORI, OSS, and EPR (Packaging/WEEE) - we handle your complete setup.

Monthly/Quarterly Filings

Accurate and timely preliminary VAT returns (Umsatzsteuervoranmeldungen) prepared by experts.

OSS Returns Management

Complete quarterly One-Stop-Shop filings for all your EU-wide sales, handled seamlessly.

Tax Office Representation

We act as your official representative with German tax authorities, leveraging our Hannover location.

Global VAT Refunds

Reclaim German VAT (Vorsteuervergütungsverfahren) paid on business expenses in Germany.

Customs Clearance Support

Indirect customs fiscal representation and coordination for smooth import operations.

How We Work With You

1

Digital Onboarding

Clear, streamlined process to gather all necessary business information and documentation.

2

Registration & Setup

We handle all German registrations and establish your compliance framework with tax authorities.

3

Data Integration

Secure digital system setup for monthly sales data, expense tracking, and Amazon API integration.

4

Ongoing Compliance

Regular filings, reporting, and proactive communication with German tax offices on your behalf.

The Hannover Advantage

Our strategic location in Hannover provides direct access to Finanzamt Hannover-Nord, the central tax authority responsible for UK and Irish businesses. For companies from the US, Canada and other countries, we work with the responsible offices (Bonn-Innenstadt, Berlin International) through established channels. Our proximity means faster resolutions and personal communication for complex VAT issues.

Direct Tax Office Communication

While other consultants work remotely, we walk into the tax office and speak directly with officials to resolve your issues quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a German VAT number if I use Amazon FBA?

Yes. As soon as your goods are stored in a German Amazon warehouse, you have a taxable presence in Germany and must register for German VAT — regardless of where your company is based.

How long does German VAT registration take?

Typically 4–6 weeks from the moment we submit your complete application to the responsible tax office. We prepare all forms and handle the full communication for you.

What is the difference between OSS and regular VAT filing?

Regular German VAT filings cover your sales from German warehouses. The One-Stop-Shop (OSS) covers cross-border B2C sales to other EU countries in a single quarterly return, so you avoid registering in every EU country separately.

Can you recover Import VAT I already paid?

Yes. We manually reconcile your customs documents and expense invoices to reclaim Import VAT and VAT on local business costs — including refunds for previous quarters where legally possible.

What does your service cost?

Registration packages start at €420 one-time, monthly VAT filing at €120, and OSS filing at €250 per quarter. See our pricing page for the full fee schedule.

Ready to Simplify Your German VAT Compliance?

Join international e-commerce businesses across the UK, US, EU and Asia who trust us with their German compliance.