Amazon overcharging VAT
 

Not sure if this has been covered before, but I just had to contact amazon.co.uk to get a refund on VAT which they charged at 21% because the delivery address was here in Portugal. They did not argue and refunded straight away. If you've ordered anything recently you might like to check your invoice.

Their website says:-

In accordance with the laws governing members of the European Union, Amazon.co.uk is obliged to charge VAT on all orders delivered to destinations in member countries of the EU. In general, VAT is charged in accordance with the local legislation in each member state.

The "Our Price" amounts displayed for goods sold by Amazon.co.uk are inclusive of UK VAT. However, your final price may differ depending on the actual VAT rate that applies to your order. You will be able to see your final price inclusive of applicable VAT before you confirm your order, when you have completed your order information (including your delivery address).

MY understanding is that this is the new legislation due to come in around 2015 (but is subject to appeal by low-VAT areas like Madeira). Current legislation requires VAT to be charged at the rate applicable to the vendor's country. So you should normally pay 17.5% (or even less in some cases).

Just a quick heads up :sneaky:

Re: Amazon overcharging VAT
 

Thank you so much for this :)