I will do german vat registration and advance vat returns for ecommerce
Certified Bookkeeper and Tax Compliance Expert
About this Gig
Are you an e-commerce seller on Amazon FBA, Shopify, eBay, or Etsy looking to expand into Germany? To sell legally in the German market, you must comply with strict local VAT regulations. Navigating the German Tax Office (Finanzamt) and the ELSTER portal can be overwhelming if you don't speak the language.
I am here to bridge that gap and handle your German VAT administration smoothly.
What I offer in this gig:
- German VAT Registration: Accurate completion and submission of the Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung to secure your German Tax ID (Steuernummer).
- Advance VAT Returns: Monthly or quarterly preparation and filing of your Umsatzsteuer-Voranmeldung.
- E-commerce Data Mapping: Organizing transaction reports from Amazon, Shopify, or ERP systems into tax-ready formats.
- Small Business Check: Evaluating if you qualify for the Kleinunternehmerregelung exemption.
- OSS (One-Stop Shop) Guidance: Assisting with EU-wide distance selling thresholds.
Why choose me?
- Deep understanding of German e-commerce tax compliance.
- English-speaking support to translate complex Finanzamt requirements.
- Fast, accurate, and confidential data handling.
Entity type:
Individual
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Corporation
Target country:
Germany
Industry:
Business services & consulting
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Construction
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E-Commerce
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FAQ
What documents do I need for German VAT registration?
You will typically need your company’s certificate of incorporation, a valid passport/ID of the managing director, an official extract from your local business register, and proof of your online storefront (e.g., your Amazon seller certificate).
How long does it take to get a German Tax ID (Steuernummer)?
Once I submit your registration questionnaire, the German Finanzamt usually takes between 4 to 8 weeks to process the application and issue your numbers, depending on their current workload.
Can you handle the monthly ongoing filings?
Yes! After completing this gig, we can set up a custom monthly milestone or monthly retainer contract on Fiverr to handle your ongoing advance VAT returns (Umsatzsteuer-Voranmeldung
