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Some countries and jurisdictions require eBay to collect import tax from the buyer when they pay for their order. Consignments where eBay does not collect taxes may require buyers to pay additional import fees (e.g. VAT and duties) as part of clearing their parcel through customs, or when they receive their order.
Texas sellers do not need to collect Texas sales tax on items shipped and delivered to out-of-state locations. To document these sales, your records must include proof of delivery, such as a bill of lading, a shipping invoice or a postal receipt.
VAT (Value Added Tax) on sales: this tax depends on the tax regulations of the destination country, and is generally applied on the sale price of the item. The VAT percentage varies depending to the destination country. Import duties: these are rates that the government of the destination country may impose for the entry of foreign goods ...
As of 1 July 2021, eBay is required to collect VAT on certain orders delivered to EU addresses. For consignments where eBay does not collect taxes, or for orders above a certain value, buyers may need to pay additional import fees (e.g. VAT and duties) as part of clearing their parcel through customs, or when their order is delivered.
Do I collect tax on items I ship out of the country (export)? You do not have to collect Texas tax on items that you export, but you must keep records to prove export. The Comptroller’s office will accept any of the following documentation as proof:
Remote sellers that only sell through a marketplace provider that has certified they will collect sales and use tax on your behalf are not required to hold a Texas tax permit. However, you must keep required records of your marketplace sales for at least four years.
Unless you qualify under the safe harbor provision, you are required to collect local use tax based on the local tax rate applicable to the location to which you are shipping. You can choose to collect the single local use tax rate instead of having to determine the rate based on destination.
