WooCommerce Accountants Based in the UK
Whether you’re UK-based or an overseas dropshipper selling into the UK, running a WooCommerce store exposes you to a heavily regulated VAT environment. With evolving VAT rules, strict HMRC enforcement, and the complexities of cross-border sales, the risks of non-compliance are significant.
That’s where we come in. As specialist WooCommerce accountants based in the UK, we’re here to help you navigate VAT complexities with confidence—ensuring your store stays compliant, efficient, and financially sound.
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Selling from WooCommerce in UK? Here's What You Must Know!
Selling in the UK through your WooCommerce store? Whether you’re a UK-based merchant or an international seller shipping into the UK, you’re operating within one of the strictest VAT regimes in the world. With frequent VAT updates, stiff penalties for mistakes, and complex cross-border rules, getting it wrong can cost you.
Payment tracking by HMRC
From 2025, HMRC will start using payment data from platforms like Stripe and PayPal to track eCommerce income. Even unregistered sellers could face tax enquiries if figures don’t add up.
No VAT threshold alerts
Unlike marketplaces, WooCommerce won’t warn you when you’re nearing the £90,000 VAT threshold—making it easy to miss and risk penalties for late registration
Full compliance is on you
With no built-in safeguards, WooCommerce sellers are responsible for correct VAT setup, invoicing, and filings. Errors can lead to costly audits or lost credibility.
Your Trusted WooCommerce Accountants
Whether your store sells physical, digital, or dropshipped goods, UK VAT obligations can be intricate—and non-compliance is costly. Sterling & Wells manage your end-to-end VAT compliance as your UK WooCommerce Accountants, so you can focus on growing your WooCommerce business.
VAT Threshold Monitoring
Checkout Tax Plugins
MTD Compliance
Cross-Border VAT Solutions
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Quarterly VAT Returns
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The rules are strict, and HMRC doesn’t give second chances. Stay ahead of the game and leave no room for regret
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Navigating the UK system from abroad can be challenging without the right resources. That is why we offer free eBooks packed all the knowledge you will need. They also include practical examples to enhance your understanding.
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FAQs
Do I need to register for VAT if I sell through WooCommerce in the UK?
Yes—if your taxable turnover exceeds £90,000 in a 12-month period. However, overseas sellers with UK-bound stock must register from their first sale, regardless of turnover.
How is VAT handled on low-value imports sold via WooCommerce?
For goods under £135 sent to UK customers, VAT must be charged at checkout and remitted by the seller. This is your responsibility—not the courier or the customer.
Can WooCommerce handle different VAT rates automatically?
Yes, but only if your tax settings and plugins are configured properly. You’ll likely need extensions or integrations for international VAT compliance or digital goods.
What if I sell both digital and physical products— does VAT treatment differ?
Absolutely. Digital products follow special VAT rules, including place-of-supply rules. Physical goods are handled differently, especially with imports, exports, and thresholds.
Is WooCommerce compatible with Making Tax Digital (MTD)?
WooCommerce itself isn’t MTD-compliant by default, but with the right plugins and accounting software, we can ensure your store meets HMRC’s requirements.