VAT Guidelines for Squarespace Payments and Exemptions

VAT Guidelines for Squarespace Payments and Exemptions

By Michael Turner

December 16, 2024 at 07:53 PM

VAT applies to purchases from Squarespace for residents of specific countries, with rates varying between 7.7% and 27%. All prices displayed exclude VAT, with final tax calculations shown at checkout and on invoices.

Countries Where Squarespace Collects VAT:

  • Standard rate applies: Indonesia, Ireland, Kenya, South Africa, Switzerland
  • 0% rate for VAT-liable businesses: EU countries (except Ireland), Egypt, Iceland, Moldova, Norway, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Thailand, England

VAT applies to all paid services including:

  • Website subscriptions
  • Domain services
  • Acuity Scheduling
  • Email campaigns
  • Getty Images purchases
  • Google Workspace subscriptions

For VAT-Exempt Businesses:

  1. Verify your VAT ID format using:
  • EU: European Commission's validation tool
  • UK: Gov.uk validation tool
  • Norway: Brønnøysund Register
  • Other countries: Local tax authority tools
  1. Add VAT Registration Information:
  • Enter business name
  • Provide VAT ID number
  • Include country-specific business number
  • Update billing information

To Apply for VAT Exemption:

  1. For EU businesses:
  • Submit EU-wide exemption certificate
  • Include website URL
  • Provide English translation if necessary
  1. For Swiss businesses:
  • Submit official Swiss exemption certificate
  • Must have active paid subscription
  • Include English translation if needed

Important Notes:

  • Irish residents pay VAT regardless of VAT ID
  • VAT is not charged retroactively
  • Exemptions must be manually added for each website
  • Documentation must be submitted for verification

To remove VAT registration information, update your payment method individually for each affected website.

For specific country requirements or special cases, consult local tax authorities or Squarespace support.

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