YITH WooCommerce EU VAT, OSS & IOSS Premium v2.31.0 – Automate EU Tax Compliance
Introduction
The YITH WooCommerce EU VAT, OSS & IOSS Premium plugin is a complete solution to manage EU VAT regulations, B2B exemptions, and OSS/IOSS compliance in your WooCommerce store. It ensures that your shop automatically charges the correct VAT based on customer location, applies exemptions for businesses with valid VAT numbers, and generates compliant reports for EU tax authorities.
Key Features
- Show a VAT field at checkout and make it optional or mandatory.
- Geolocate users to apply the correct VAT based on their country.
- IP vs billing address verification with country confirmation request.
- Restrict purchases only to customers with valid VAT numbers.
- Enable or disable VAT field for customers in the shop’s country.
- Automatic import of EU standard and reduced VAT rates.
- VAT exemption option for B2B customers with valid EU VAT numbers.
- Enable the OSS (One-Stop-Shop) procedure for cross-border sales.
- Monitor the €10,000 EU threshold directly in the plugin panel.
- Automatically generate OSS-compliant reports.
- Export reports to CSV for quick submission to tax authorities.
- Enable IOSS procedure for VAT exemption on orders above €150.
- Option to block or restrict EU purchases.
- Show custom messages on Cart/Checkout to warn EU customers.
Why Use This Plugin?
If your WooCommerce store sells products or services to European customers, you must comply with complex VAT regulations. Manual handling of OSS/IOSS rules is time-consuming and error-prone. This plugin automates the process, ensures tax compliance, and provides ready-to-submit reports, saving time and reducing the risk of penalties.
Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Automates VAT calculation, OSS, and IOSS compliance. | Requires correct VAT setup and country tax knowledge. |
| Prevents tax errors and compliance issues. | Advanced features may require setup time for beginners. |
| Supports B2B exemptions and geolocation checks. | Only useful for stores selling in EU markets. |
| Exports OSS reports in ready-to-submit CSV files. | Does not replace professional tax/legal advice. |
How It Works
- Install & Activate: Upload the plugin in WordPress and activate it.
- Configure VAT Settings: Enable VAT field and set rules for B2B/B2C customers.
- Enable OSS/IOSS: Activate EU tax compliance settings in the plugin dashboard.
- Geolocation Setup: Allow automatic IP-based VAT detection.
- Generate Reports: Monitor the €10k threshold and export reports for submission.
Comparison with Alternatives
| Feature | YITH EU VAT, OSS & IOSS | WooCommerce EU VAT Number | EU VAT Assistant |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSS/IOSS Compliance | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ✅ Partial |
| B2B VAT Exemption | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Geolocation Detection | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ⚠️ Limited |
| OSS Reports Export | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ⚠️ Manual |
| Ease of Use | ✅ Very Easy | ⚠️ Basic | ⚠️ Moderate |
Download YITH WooCommerce EU VAT, OSS & IOSS Premium
YITH WooCommerce EU VAT, OSS & IOSS Premium v2.31.0 is the ultimate plugin for stores selling in Europe. With automated VAT calculation, business exemptions, and full OSS/IOSS compliance, it ensures that your WooCommerce shop stays legally compliant while reducing manual tax headaches.
