Interesting cross trade - how is VAT applied/ recorded?

Hi @leecarlsen 

This is the sort of thing that you should really run past your accountant.

Having said that...

1.  I would use a VAT Code that logs on the VAT100.  The No VAT code doesn't put any amounts on the VAT return & I'm pretty sure that imports/exports should be on there (boxes 6 & 7).   I have an Import/Export code but you could use Z=0%.

2.  Unless the goods are exempt, you or your customer will be responsible for the import duty (& VAT) at the EU border.  However, this is contractual - are you selling delivered & duty paid or making it clear to the customer that the VAT/Duty is down to them?

(As the goods are to be customs cleared in Ireland, it would obviously be easier for the customer to deal with but they could pass the costs on to you if your agreement isn't clear.)

3.  Sale invoice using ECG-0% is fine.

Obviously, all of the above goes out of the window after 31st December.

Thanks to you both @paul72 @Ashleigh1  for responding to my post, I'm very grateful and having another opinion on things really helps. I'm keen to ensure the VAT100 is correct and will involve the accountant before finalizing our plan for managing the transactions.

As always there's more than one way to handle it, each with benefits and drawbacks.  I  like the idea of a custom import/ export tax code  - if I understand your comment correctly @paul72 - I'm not a fan of using Z as it indicates there is VAT but it's at 0%.

Incoterms are in hand so no worries knowing who's responsible with regard to certain charges.

Thanks again!