Hello everyone,

I’m facing a challenging VAT issue and could really use some expert advice or recommendations for a VAT specialist.

My company has been VAT registered in the UK since 2021 under the flat rate scheme, and I have been regularly paying VAT to HMRC. Recently, Amazon classified my company as "non-UK established" and is now asking me to pay VAT again from 2021 at the standard 20% rate. I have agreed to pay this liability in installments to Amazon.

The problem is, this creates a potential overlap, as I’ve already paid VAT to HMRC under the flat rate scheme. I need guidance on how to obtain a refund for the VAT that has already been paid to HMRC. Unfortunately, my current accountant is not familiar with resolving such issues, and I’m looking for a VAT expert who can help me navigate this situation.

Can anyone recommend a reliable VAT consultant or firm experienced in e-commerce and handling disputes between VAT paid to HMRC and marketplace platforms like Amazon?

Thanks in advance!

Hi,

My business is registered in the UK as a limited liability company. Since our annual turnover is below £85,000 VAT threshold we are not VAT registered. Do we still need to pay VAT on sales on Amazon? Thank you

Hello

We need to use our UK and Europe balance of £27,286 to settle a VAT liability of £27,103.45 .

Amazon currently holds approximately £27,286 from our sales. As a small business, we only have £1,000 in our bank account. According to a recent UK parliamentary decision, Amazon is not permitted to lock our balance, so we need to use it to settle the VAT debt.

amazon send us an email after contacting them saying we need to send £27,103.45 even if our balance is £27,286 .

how to deal with this situation ?