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Customs brokers and AEO operators: changes since 2018

In order to harmonize customs legislation in Europe, the European Union has a special code, the Union Customs Code (UCC), which maintains the two modes…

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Tax representation in the Netherlands

Following the VAT Directive, when the company, subject to the VAT is not established in  the member state where VAT is supposed to be paid,…

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Efficient tool in order to avoid paying VAT on imports

The VAT is subject to strict regulations. Regarding imports (trade of goods or services) from countries (or territories) outside European Union, taxation is carried out…

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ASD Group opens new offices in the U.S.

In its April edition, the IN ANTIPOLIS MAGAZINE dedicates 2 pages to the international growth of ASD Group and particularly the opening of a new branch…

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JPK & Split Payment in Poland – Amendment of the tax regulations from 2018

Poland has amended the tax provisions for VAT declarations and payments from 1 July 2018. These amendments apply to Polish companies, but also to foreign…

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Chinese companies: Tax representation for your implantation on the French market

The People’s Republic of China is the world’s leading exporter, ahead of the United States, it is also the country that exports the most to…

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Differences between tax representative & tax agent

Tax representative or tax agent: which one do you need to appoint? Find it out in this article.

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VAT exemption for intra-Community transactions

Trade in goods between European Union member countries follows a particular regime. Council Directive 2006/112 / EC of 26 November 2006 provides undertakings with a…

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Latest measures relating to VAT / customs at the international level

International VAT regime knows constant changes. Since some of these changes are very important, we will detail for you the main measures that have recently…

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Setting VAT rates: the new project of the European Commission

A proposal from the European Commission dated 18 January 2018 has been submitted concerning the setting of VAT rates by each of the Member States…

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European Commission opens Brexit dedicated web portal

From what we know at present, the United Kingdom will leave the European Union at the end of March 2019, and thus become a “third…

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OECD VAT / GST recommandations

Due to the expansion of international trade, VAT (or the Goods and Services Tax in some OECD countries) applied in 165 countries has become an…

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ASD Group participates to the information campaign on the economic agreement between the EU and Canada

In order to inform companies about the application of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA / CETA), the Quebec Federation of Chambers of Commerce…

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Why to have a representative in France when you post workers ?

When a foreign company sends one or several employee(s) in France, it has the obligation to appoint a French representative in France (Article L1262-2-1 of the…

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TAFTA: the free trade agreement between the EU and the United States

In 2016, the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the European Union entered into provisional application. This is one of the most…

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E-commerce & French VAT : obligations for companies outside the EU

French VAT registration and the appointment of a tax representative is a necessary step for companies established outside the European Union that import and /…

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Employee secondment : an online service to simplify formalities

In its edition of February 2018, the IN Antipolis magazine (formerly Select Antipolis) dedicates two pages to the posting of workers and ASD Group’s expertise…

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Trade of goods declaration for intra-community stock transfers

The trade of goods declaration, known as DEB in France and Intrastat in the other European countries, concerns intra-community trade in goods between Member States.

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Recovering your VAT in Germany

A company established in the European Union may recover its VAT in Germany as long as it does not conduct any taxable operations in the…

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5 things to be aware of concerning the prior declaration of posting

The prior declaration of posting is used by foreign companies posting workers to France. Below are the key points required for an understanding of the prior declaration…

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4 points on working time for posted workers

Any foreign company deploying posted workers to France is required to respect French labour law, notably with respect to the payment of the French minimum…

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Importation using the reverse charge mechanism

Reverse charging of VAT at the time of importation has been the subject of much discussion in recent months. This measure has undergone many changes…

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Amendment of the tax rules on vat warehousing in Italy

The Italian amending Finance Bill 2017 “decreto legge 22 ottobre 2016, n. 193” rescinded the benefit of reverse charging VAT on goods from the warehouse. With…

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Seconded work: Authorities start to impose fines

French legislation is the strictest in Europe when it comes to fraud in relation to foreign posted workers. Inspections have tripled in 2 years and…

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VAT Regime – triangular intra-community operation

Below is a summary of the VAT system and the requirements in the triangular intra-community operations for the delivery of goods between persons or entities…

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EMEBI VS Intrastat in France

In France, the trade of goods declaration, or DEB, consists of both statistical (Intrastat) and fiscal information. In the other member countries, Intrastat is only statistical…

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Comprehensive information about the construction worker’s card (carte BTP) for posted workers

To combat the use of illegal labour and unfair competition, the French Government has put in place a professional identity card in the construction sector….

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Who can be given a mandate for the payment of contributions for employers not established in France ?

Case law: The Court of Cassation made a decision on the capacity of the person eligible to be appointed by an employer with no establishment in…

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Secrets to the swift recovery of foreign VAT

Nowadays, many companies are facing the problem of recovery of foreign VAT because it is strictly controlled and the existing procedures are often long and complicated, sometimes…

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Case Study : Recovery of VAT in France incurred by a swiss company

Many companies established outside the European Union seek our services to recover VAT paid in France on business expenses, such as transport, exhibitions, importation etc….

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Refund of Belgian VAT

Any company established in the European Union which does not conduct taxable operations in Belgium can recover its Belgian VAT, deductible as business expenses. To…

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How does tax representation work in Australia ?

Establishing tax representation in Australia enables goods to be imported and exported using a VAT number called GST in Australia (Goods and Services Tax). Tax representation therefore allows…

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How do you recover VAT in France ?

WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS FOR SECURING A VAT REFUND IN FRANCE? A company established and subject to tax in the European Union which has incurred…

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Techniques to become a VAT refund expert

As a company specialising in VAT recovery, we have tried to put together a set of key questions to ask in submitting a VAT refund…

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How do you recover VAT in Italy ?

A company established in the European Union can recover its VAT in Italy as long as it does not conduct any taxable operations in the country. VAT…

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How do you recover your VAT in Spain ?

WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS FOR SECURING A VAT REFUND IN SPAIN? A company established in a member country of the European Union which has incurred…

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Presentation of ASD Group by Magalie Delangue on CCI Nice TV

The Web TV of the French Chamber of Commerce of Nice Riviera interviewed our General Manager Magalie Delangue to present our company’s services and our…

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Recovery of british VAT

What are the conditions for securing a VAT refund in the United Kingdom?A company established in a member country of the European Union which has…

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Posting of foreign workers to France – New Decree

Starting from 1st July 2017, a new decree reinforces the rules regarding the posting of employees, in particular in the Building & Public Works and Transport sectors, to…

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How will the CETA impact Canada and the European Union?

With the technological advances of the 21st century, it seems that we live in a world without boundaries. These incredible breakthroughs have changed the way…

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Reinforcement of obligations concerning posted workers

Starting from 1st of July 2017, new rules will come into force regarding mandatory declarations and displaying information for the posted workers. Public and private project…

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With ASD Group : International growth made easy

Découvrez l’histoire d’ASD Group, racontée par le magazine Select Antipolis dans sa rubrique “Eco News and Innovation”. L’article raconte l’évolution d’ASD Group, explique sa force…

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VAT reverse charge : VAT refunds outstanding

Normally, European companies that carry out taxable operations in other European Union member countries, are required to identify themselves for VAT in those countries. In…

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Free-trade with Canada : How to take advantage of the business opportunities abroad ?

At a time when many countries are questioning their degree of economic openness and are retreating into protectionism, Canada opens up to foreign markets. Gradually,…

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Construction and Public works & Transport : Attention to the sanctions concerning posting of workers

The law concerning posting of workers in France has been strengthened, and new sanctions have been introduced to fight against provision of illegal international services. Project owners,…

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ASD Group shares its experience in a seminar devoted to the access to the European market

The ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food of Quebec is organising a seminar “The European market opens to you, be ready” It aims to offer a better…

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E-commerce with ASD Group

The founder of this french e-commerce firm met ASD Group and his earnings soared to the tune of 500% in 5 years, thanks to ASD…

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Get started on e-commerce !

THE DISTANCE SELLING : PARTICULARITIES The distance selling concerns selling a product that is directly delivered to the customer’s home (private customer or entity without…

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European VAT system awaiting a major reform

The VAT system in the European Union will soon see a new reform, described by the European Commission as the most important reform in the last…

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Anti-fraud VAT software : changing the mechanism for B-to-B companies

Since the arrival of the new President, Mr. Macron, who took the office on January 1, 2018, the government has been working, among other things,…