0% VAT reverse charge for Finland

Hello Ivan,

As a Finnish company receiving services from AWS within Europe, you may indeed be eligible for VAT-free invoicing under certain conditions. The 0% VAT reverse charge mechanism typically applies to B2B transactions within the EU.

To ensure you receive VAT-free invoices, you need to make sure your tax settings are correctly configured in your AWS account. Here's what you should do:

1. Sign in to the AWS Management Console and open the Billing console.
2. Navigate to the "Tax settings" section in the navigation pane.
3. Select your account and choose "Edit" from the "Manage tax registration" option.
4. Make sure your business legal name and address are correctly entered and up to date.
5. Most importantly, ensure that your valid Finnish VAT number is properly registered in your AWS account.

If your VAT number is correctly registered and validated, AWS should apply the reverse charge mechanism, resulting in 0% VAT on your invoices for most AWS services.

If you've already received an invoice with VAT and believe this is incorrect, you should open a case with AWS Billing Support. They can review your specific account details and tax status, and assist you with any necessary corrections or refunds if applicable.

Remember, only AWS Billing Support has full visibility into your account's tax status and can provide definitive guidance on your specific situation. If you continue to face issues or have further questions about your tax settings, it's best to contact them directly for assistance.
Sources
Tax exemption on international invoices | AWS re:Post
Troubleshooting creating invoice units - AWS Billing