What deadlines apply for submitting the sales tax pre-registration?
May 29, 2023 | 45,00 EUR | answered by Felix Schönecker
Dear tax advisor,
I am Babette Schmitt, the owner of a small online shop for handmade products. In recent months, I have been intensively studying the topic of value-added tax in order to fulfill my tax obligations correctly. Now I am faced with the challenge of submitting the advance tax return on time.
So far, I have always submitted my advance tax return on time by the 10th of the following month. However, I have heard that in certain cases there may be different deadlines. As my online shop is constantly growing and I may also want to engage in cross-border transactions in the future, I am concerned that I may not be able to meet the deadlines correctly.
Therefore, I would like to know from you what specific deadlines apply for submitting the advance tax return. Are there differences depending on the size of the company or the type of business activity? How can I ensure that I will continue to meet the deadlines in the future, especially as my online shop continues to grow and my business field may change?
Thank you in advance for your support and I look forward to your expert advice.
Best regards,
Babette Schmitt
Dear Ms. Schmitt,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the advance VAT return and the associated deadlines. It is commendable that you have delved into the topic of value-added tax in order to fulfill your tax obligations correctly. I would be happy to assist you with your questions.
In general, the statutory deadline for submitting the advance VAT return is by the 10th of the following month. This means that you must submit your advance VAT return for a specific accounting period, such as the month of January, by no later than February 10th. This deadline typically applies to all entrepreneurs, regardless of the size of the business or the nature of the business activities.
However, there are exceptions and special regulations that can lead to different deadlines in certain cases. For example, different deadlines apply to companies that are required to submit the advance VAT return quarterly or annually. Special regulations regarding deadlines for the advance VAT return may also apply to cross-border transactions.
To ensure that you can continue to meet the deadlines correctly in the future, I recommend regularly reviewing your VAT obligations and promptly informing yourself of any possible changes. Keep all relevant documents and receipts carefully and properly organized to facilitate the preparation of the advance VAT return.
Furthermore, it may be beneficial to seek advice from a professional tax advisor for tax-related questions, who can provide expert advice and support. An experienced tax advisor can help you fulfill all tax obligations correctly and assist you in meeting deadlines.
I hope that this information has been helpful to you and I am available for any further questions. Thank you for your trust and I wish you continued success with your online shop for handmade products.
Sincerely,
Felix Schönecker
