Questions on sales tax ID in Europe

Hello!

I've been looking through the forums trying to get an answer to these questions but the information is mostly aimed towards the States. I am located in Sweden looking to dropship in whatever country I can find a profitable product, on sites such as ebay etc.

It's regarding Sales Tax ID.

1) How do I go about getting a Sales tax ID, and is it free to get one?
2) Do I need a different one for each country I import/ sell from/ to?
3) Is it also necessary for me to register as a company? And if so, is it enough if I do it in Sweden?

Basically, what I want to know is, is it enough for me to once register for a Sales Tax ID in Sweden, and can I then import/ sell wherever I wish?

Thanks!
Jonas

Hello Jonas,

Here are a few answers to your questions:

If you live in the USA or Canada. Most states have a sales tax, but there are a couple that don't. If you reside in one of these states just let the wholesaler know and they may have a different form or requirement for you to complete.

If you sell online to make money (i.e. You sell more seriously than just getting rid of a few old things from around the house every now and then). You need a seller's permit so you can charge and collect taxes, which you'll pay to your state government later.

If you want to purchase goods wholesale from a US supplier (and you are also based in the US), you need a seller's permit to buy wholesale sales tax free.

Usually you just need to provide something equivalent in your country, for example your VAT registration in the EU or the UK, or your ABN or GST registration in Australia and New Zealand.

Hope this clarifies.