What VAT applies when importing from Italy into Slovakia?

Both countries are in the EU VAT area, so a B2B sale is reverse-charged: the supplier invoices 0% and the Slovakia buyer self-accounts local VAT (standard rate 23%).

🇸🇰Can a buyer in Slovakia import from Italy?🇮🇹

We track no embargo or sectoral sanctions programme covering this country pair. The ordinary rules still apply: customs, VAT and any product-specific permits in Slovakia.

Tariffs and trade agreements

Yes: EU. Preferential or zero tariffs typically apply to qualifying goods with proof of origin.

EU: Customs union plus four freedoms (goods, services, capital, persons). External-trade agreements concluded at EU level apply to all member states. Source

Import requirements in Slovakia

Import VAT in Slovakia (B2B): Both countries are in the EU VAT area, so a B2B sale is reverse-charged: the supplier invoices 0% and the Slovakia buyer self-accounts local VAT (standard rate 23%). European Commission, VAT rates Duty depends on the HS code; put both into the landed-cost calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

Can a company in Slovakia buy from a supplier in Italy?: We track no embargo or sectoral sanctions programme covering this country pair. The ordinary rules still apply: customs, VAT and any product-specific permits in Slovakia.
What VAT applies when importing from Italy into Slovakia?: Both countries are in the EU VAT area, so a B2B sale is reverse-charged: the supplier invoices 0% and the Slovakia buyer self-accounts local VAT (standard rate 23%).
Do Slovakia and Italy share a trade agreement?: Yes: EU. Preferential or zero tariffs typically apply to qualifying goods with proof of origin.

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