VAT Registration Information

This article provides important information about MatchMint's Value Added Tax (VAT) registration status, how VAT is applied to your orders, and related tax considerations.

Our VAT Registration Details

MatchMint is officially registered for VAT with the following details:

• Company Name: MatchMint Ltd
• VAT Registration Number: GB123456789
• Registration Date: January 1, 2022
• Tax Authority: HM Revenue & Customs (UK)
• Company Registration Number: 12345678

How VAT Affects Your Order

The application of VAT depends on your location and status:

UK Customers

• Standard UK VAT rate of 20% applies to all orders
• VAT is included in the displayed prices
• VAT breakdown is shown at checkout and on invoices

EU Customers

• Local VAT rates apply based on your country
• VAT is calculated at checkout based on your delivery address
• VAT breakdown is shown at checkout and on invoices

Non-EU Customers

• No UK or EU VAT is charged
• Local taxes, import duties, or sales tax may apply upon delivery
• These charges are the responsibility of the recipient

VAT Rates by Region

| Country/Region | VAT Rate | Notes | |----------------|----------|-------| | United Kingdom | 20% | Included in displayed prices | | Germany | 19% | Applied at checkout | | France | 20% | Applied at checkout | | Italy | 22% | Applied at checkout | | Spain | 21% | Applied at checkout | | Other EU Countries | Varies | Based on local rates | | Non-EU Countries | 0% | Local taxes may apply |

Business Customers & VAT

Business-to-Business (B2B) Orders

If you're ordering as a VAT-registered business:

1. EU Businesses (outside UK):

   • Provide a valid EU VAT number during checkout
   • If validated, VAT will be reverse-charged (0% VAT)
   • Your business will account for VAT in your country

2. UK Businesses:

   • UK VAT will be charged regardless of VAT status
   • You can reclaim this VAT through your normal VAT return
   • VAT invoice will be provided for your records

3. Non-EU Businesses:

   • No UK or EU VAT will be charged
   • Local tax rules in your country will apply

Requesting VAT Invoices

All orders automatically receive a standard receipt. For a VAT invoice:

1. During Checkout:

   • Select "I require a VAT invoice" option
   • Enter your business name and VAT number (if applicable)

2. After Purchase:

   • Email accounting@matchmint.com
   • Include your order number and VAT details
   • Subject line: "VAT Invoice Request - [Order Number]"

VAT invoices will be provided within 2 business days of request.

VAT Exemptions

Certain customers may be exempt from VAT:

Diplomatic Missions & International Organizations

• Official purchases may qualify for VAT exemption
• Appropriate documentation required
• Contact accounting@matchmint.com before ordering

Charity Organizations

• UK registered charities may qualify for VAT relief on certain items
• Charity registration number required
• Restrictions apply based on product type

VAT on Special Order Types

Bulk Orders

• VAT is calculated on the discounted price after bulk discounts
• Business customers should provide VAT information before placing large orders

Custom Projects

• VAT is applied to the total project cost
• Deposit payments include proportional VAT

VAT Refunds

VAT refunds are available in these circumstances:

• Order cancellation
• Returned products
• Overcharged VAT (calculation errors)
• Qualifying business exemptions

Refunds will be processed to the original payment method and will include the VAT component.

Changes to VAT Status

We will notify customers of any significant changes to:

• Our VAT registration status
• VAT rate changes
• Changes to cross-border VAT rules

Contact for VAT Questions

For specific questions about VAT on your orders:

• Email: accounting@matchmint.com
• Subject: "VAT Query - [Your Question Topic]"
• Response Time: Within 2 business days

For urgent VAT matters, please include "URGENT" in your subject line.