VAT Consultancy Services for Retail & E-commerce Businesses

High-volume sales, multi-channel platforms, fast-moving inventory - we simplify VAT so you can focus on growth.

Speak to a Retail & E-tail VAT Specialist

The retail and e-commerce world moves at breakneck speed: think flash sales, multiple online platforms, international shipping, and dynamic pricing. All of these highlight VAT pitfalls - from One-Stop Shops and marketplace operator rules to gift voucher
complexities. At The VAT Consultancy, we work with retailers, web marketplaces, and online brands to cut through the noise. We help ensure VAT is correctly applied, recovered on costs and reported accurately so your business stays compliant, maximising efficiency and keeping customers happy.

Retail & Ecommerce VAT Services

Cost Reduction and VAT Cashflow Management

ERP Systems and Tax Engines

VAT and Customs Duty Training

UK and Global VAT and Customs Duty Compliance

Ad hoc UK and Global Advisory

Interim and Part Time VAT resource for projects and short term staff absence

VAT Risk Management and Control

Customs Duty and Excise Duty

Retail, Etail and Ecommerce VAT Consultants

Welcome to The VAT Consultancy, your dedicated partner for Value Added Tax (VAT) consultancy services, with a specialised focus on the dynamic and fast-paced retail and e-tail (e-commerce) sectors. In today’s consumer-driven world, VAT intricacies present unique challenges for businesses operating in these industries. The VAT Consultancy is here to offer expert guidance and tailored VAT solutions designed to help your retail or e-tail business thrive.

VAT rules for retailers can be complex and can include overseas VAT considerations.

The retail and e-tail sectors are characterised by rapidly changing consumer trends, intricate sales transactions, and complex VAT regulations. At The VAT Consultancy, we recognise the specific challenges of these industries and are committed to providing comprehensive VAT services to ensure your compliance with the ever-evolving VAT landscape.  We can also provide global customs duty support, ensuring you minimise the cost of import tax to the business.

Let The VAT Consultancy be your trusted partner.

Common areas we advise on include;
  • VAT liability of products and product file reviews
  • Cross border etailing including the use of platforms such as Amazon, ebay- VAT and customs duty structuring and compliance
  • Loyalty arrangements and vouchers
  • Customs duty reliefs (bonded warehouses, Inward Processing)
  • Adjustments to Daily Gross Takings
  • VAT implications of charitable initiatives by retailers eg food donations

TALK TO OUR VAT EXPERTS

Julie Park

Managing Director
– VAT and Customs Duty
M: +44 781 400 4236
T: +44 207 486 0111
EMAIL JULIE

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We recruit experienced VAT professionals who’ve worked at HMRC, within the Big Four, and in industry roles both in the UK and overseas.

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The VAT Consultancy are leading VAT and Customs Duty consultants in the UK. We provide tax and VAT advice, working with clients all over the UK and Internationally. Established in 1991, we are the country’s leading independent dedicated VAT and customs duty practice, giving best advice on all aspects of UK and international indirect tax matters.

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