VOEC and OSS — VAT guide for ecommerce

A guide for Nordic ecommerce businesses selling to Norway and other EU countries — what VOEC and OSS mean, how to configure VAT, and how it affects your integration.

What is VOEC?

VOEC (VAT On E-Commerce) is Norway's VAT registration system for foreign ecommerce businesses selling goods to Norwegian consumers. Since April 2020, foreign businesses selling low-value goods (under NOK 3,000) to Norway must register for VOEC and charge 25% Norwegian VAT.

What is OSS?

OSS (One Stop Shop) is the EU's system for simplifying VAT when selling to consumers in other EU countries. Since July 2021, you can use OSS instead of registering for VAT in each individual EU country.

How does it affect your integration?

The biggest challenge is ensuring that VAT information from the webshop translates correctly to the ERP. Every order needs to land on the right account with the right tax code. With a Junipeer integration, you configure the VAT mapping once and every order flows automatically.

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VOEC vs OSS

| | VOEC (Norway) | OSS (EU) | |---|---|---| | Applies to | Sales to Norwegian consumers | Sales to EU consumers | | VAT rate | 25% Norwegian VAT | Varies by country (19–27%) | | Reporting | Quarterly | Quarterly |

Next steps

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between VOEC and OSS?

VOEC applies to sales to Norwegian consumers (goods under NOK 3,000). OSS applies to sales to consumers in other EU countries (over EUR 10,000 per year total).

Can Fortnox handle OSS and VOEC?

Yes. You need to set up VAT rates for each EU country and a separate code for Norwegian VOEC sales. With a Junipeer integration, orders are automatically mapped to the correct account.

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