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Calculating Tax
Do buyers in different countries see different prices?Buyers see the same product price regardless of their country. All prices on the marketplace are set by sellers as a single, final, tax-inclusive amount. The platform does not recalculate prices or adjust tax amounts based on the…
Do product prices need to include tax?Yes — set your product price with your own tax or VAT obligations in mind. Sellers are responsible for determining whether tax applies to their sales and for pricing products accordingly. If you are unsure how tax should…
Do sellers need to register for VAT or GST?You may need to register for VAT, GST or another tax scheme depending on your location, business and sales. Sellers are responsible for checking their own registration and reporting requirements. If you are unsure, seek advice from a…
Does the marketplace calculate tax?No — the marketplace does not calculate or adjust tax amounts based on the customer’s country. All product prices on the platform are set by sellers as a single, tax-inclusive price. The platform does not determine how much…
Which tax rate should I base my product prices on?Use the tax treatment that applies to your own business and the sale you are making. The marketplace cannot tell individual sellers which VAT, GST or sales-tax rate to use. If you sell across different regions, seek professional…