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Life & fun · July 1, 2024

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We created the most comprehensive global sales tax/VAT/GST index

Hey all, global sales tax compliance is one of those things that's not top of mind but can be an annoyance because sometimes you just can't get away with it when selling internationally. We've been really frustrated with how sales tax tools out there usually only focus on one particular region (i.e. US states, Canada, and maybe Europe), even though there are like 260+ jurisdictions around the world each with their own sales tax, VAT, or GST rules pertaining to digital products. So we made our own global sales tax index that covers virtually every jurisdiction you can think of, with updated…

We created the most comprehensive global sales tax/VAT/GST index launched on July 1, 2024 with 24 votes, #1,014 of 5,184 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches.

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In plain words

This is a comprehensive global sales tax index covering over 260 jurisdictions worldwide, including regions often overlooked by existing tools. It provides updated information on VAT, GST, and sales tax rules for digital products, including B2B reverse charge mechanisms, tax rates, and registration thresholds. The tool includes a self-assessment feature that delivers tailored guidance on where and when to charge and remit sales taxes based on a user's specific situation. It is designed for digital product sellers navigating international tax compliance requirements.

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Hey all, global sales tax compliance is one of those things that's not top of mind but can be an annoyance because sometimes you just can't get away with it when selling internationally. We've been really frustrated with how sales tax tools out there usually only focus on one particular region (i.e. US states…

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