EU Market ReadyEU market readiness documentation hub
EU VAT, IOSS, GDPR, CBAM, packaging, and DSA docs for non-EU sellers, with checklists, quick starts, readiness tools, and cross-links to calculators.
EU market readiness documentation
EU Market Ready keeps every compliance workflow—VAT/IOSS, GDPR, CBAM, packaging, DSA—under one roof for non-EU e-commerce teams. All insights below are operational guidance only and not tax or legal advice.
Start each sprint by logging assumptions inside the Readiness Wizard; it aligns analytics, finance, and ops inputs before you escalate to filings.
Always loop in your local advisors when an EU member state demands original certificates or apostilles, because processing delays vary widely.
Docs hub overview
Use this hub to route teammates to the right module, tool, or specialist article in seconds.
| Module | Best for | Fastest next step | Linked tool |
|---|---|---|---|
| VAT & IOSS | Shopify/Woo/custom stores shipping cross-border | Compare schemes in EU VAT explained then run the VAT/IOSS Checker | VAT/IOSS Checker |
| GDPR & consent | Sites capturing analytics or email signups | Deploy the GDPR & UK GDPR Generator after reading GDPR basics | GDPR Generator |
| CBAM | Importers of steel/aluminum/fertilizers | Pre-fill CN codes using CBAM overview then test the CBAM tool | CBAM Tool |
| Packaging & DSA | Sellers targeting France/Germany marketplaces | Follow French & German packaging and file via EPR & DSA Compliance | EPR & DSA Helper |
Getting started pathways
- Kick off with the EU compliance checklist for full discovery → filings playbook.
- Need a lightning rundown? Jump to the EU market quick start for a 10-minute plan.
- Bookmark the EU compliance FAQ and subscribe to the Blog for regulatory updates.
Most used tools
Guide pairings
- Study EU VAT explained before IOSS vs OSS so your team understands thresholds.
- Pair GDPR basics with French & German packaging to keep consent banners and DSA footers aligned.
- Run CBAM overview alongside the readiness wizard when forecasting tonnage.
Launch in EU in 10 steps
| Step | Action | Owner | Linked resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Document origin, destinations, and channels | Ops | EU compliance checklist |
| 2 | Run scenario through readiness wizard | Ops/Finance | Readiness Check |
| 3 | Validate VAT scheme (IOSS/OSS/local) | Finance | VAT/IOSS Checker |
| 4 | Collect incorporation + 3PL evidence | Legal | EU VAT explained |
| 5 | Register consent banner + DSAR log | Product | GDPR Generator |
| 6 | Assign cookie categories + Do Not Track | Marketing | GDPR basics |
| 7 | Capture CN codes + supplier emissions | Supply Chain | CBAM overview |
| 8 | Register French eco-organisme & Triman | Ops | French & German packaging |
| 9 | File German LUCID + marketplace notices | Ops | EPR & DSA Compliance |
| 10 | Publish knowledge base + escalation flow | RevOps | EU compliance FAQ |
Which module do I need?
| Scenario | Trigger | Module | Deep dive |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Shopify brand shipping EUR 120 orders | IOSS eligibility | VAT/IOSS Checker | IOSS vs OSS guide |
| UAE seller storing goods in Poland | Fixed establishment | EU VAT explained | EU compliance checklist |
| Marketplace + own store hybrid | DSA + VAT split | French & German packaging | GDPR basics |
| Steel imports for EU warehouse | CBAM | CBAM overview | CBAM Readiness Tool |
| Launching in FR/DE with bundles | Packaging EPR | EPR & DSA Compliance | EU compliance FAQ |
Module routing guide
VAT & tax automation
Decision checkpoints
Volume gatekeeping
Data signals
- Track cumulative EU revenue monthly; hitting EUR 10k requires OSS/local transitions.
- Tag consignments ≤ EUR 150 for IOSS autopilot recommendations.
Liability mapping
Roles involved
- Finance compares direct store vs marketplace liability for each channel.
- Legal reviews intermediary agreements for IOSS coverage.
Implementation cadence
Filing tasks
Tool stack
- Use treasury calendars to schedule OSS, Intrastat, and local returns.
- Mirror VAT numbers inside Shopify tax overrides.
Consent, packaging, and sustainability
Experience governance
Consent banner variants
Tracking safeguards
- Respect Do Not Track in Next.js via server checks described in GDPR basics.
- Log consent IDs with order IDs to reconcile refunds vs VAT proof.
Footer disclosures
Marketplace mirroring
- Copy the DSA footer snippet from French & German packaging to every EU marketplace listing.
- Reference eco-organisme IDs inside your /legal pages.
Emissions readiness
Supplier coordination
Evidence kit
- Request quarterly emission factors plus CN codes for each steel/aluminum batch.
- Upload documentation when using the CBAM Readiness Tool.
FAQ
How often is this documentation updated?
We refresh content alongside major EU releases and log the updated date in each file.
Where can I submit a feature or doc request?
Open a ticket via support or comment on Docs FAQ if additional examples are required.
What if I sell digital goods too?
Digital VAT rules differ; pair this hub with local CPA advice and use OSS-only filings for those SKUs.
Most used tools
- Readiness Wizard — capture origins, storage, and destinations in one run.
- VAT/IOSS Checker — decide between IOSS, OSS, or local VAT.
- GDPR & UK GDPR Generator — ship policies and consent flows.
- CBAM Readiness Tool — test 50-tonne exemption and costs.
- EPR & DSA Helper — get FR/DE packaging IDs and DSA footer copy.
Ready to check your obligations? Run the Readiness Check → Start now