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Can I sell in US Shopify?
To be based in the USA and sell via Shopify Payments there you would need to have a USA social security number and bank account to set it up. Your best bet would be to create a Shipping Zone for the US which you want to sell to and then remove all other countries in another shipping zone.
Can you use Shopify in EU?
The VAT number will allow you to charge VAT to your customers in the EU, based on their location. You can set up tax overrides for products that have special tax rates. You can use Shopify to automate charging taxes, but you can’t use Shopify to remit or file your taxes for you.
Do you have to be American to use Shopify?
Re: Non-U.S. Citizens – Enterprise E-commerce in U.S. It’s great to hear that you want to use Shopify for your online business! That said, in order to use our US Shopify Payments, you would need a valid SSN number.
How do I add a region on Shopify?
Add a shipping zone
- From your Shopify admin, go to Settings > Shipping and delivery.
- Next to the shipping profile where you want to add a shipping zone, click Manage rates.
- Next to the group of locations where you want to add a shipping zone, click Create shipping zone.
- Enter a name for the shipping zone.
How do I only ship to US on Shopify?
Steps:
- From your Shopify admin, go to Settings > Shipping and delivery.
- Next to the shipping profile where you want to edit a zone, click Manage rates.
- Next to the zone that you want to edit, click the button.
- In the drop-down menu, click Edit zone.
- Make any changes, and then click Done.
- Click Save.
How do I add EU tax to Shopify?
From the Shopify admin, go to Settings > Taxes. In the Tax regions section, beside European Union, click Set up. On the VAT on sales within the EU page, click Collect VAT. Select how you’re registered for VAT.
Does Shopify work in Germany?
Shopify Payments is available in Germany.
How do I pay with Shopify outside US?
In the event that you are not eligible to use Shopify Payments, you can use one of these integrated payment gateways for your region. Contact the payment provider directly to set up your account with them. They will also be able to advise if you can use your US bank account to receive your payouts into.
Why can’t I Sell in more than one country on Shopify?
If you’re only selling in one country, you’re limiting your Shopify store ’s capacity to reach larger markets. Even if you offer international shipping rates, the cost is often prohibitively expensive for customers in other areas.
Do I need to charge taxes when selling on Shopify?
If you’re already selling on Shopify, then refer to Update to the new EU taxes feature instead. You need to determine whether you should charge taxes. If you’re not sure, then consult with local tax authorities or a tax professional.
How do I set up EU VAT on Shopify?
After you’ve registered with the VAT member countries and have your EU VAT number, you can set up your taxes. You only need to perform this task once. From the Shopify admin, go to Settings > Taxes . In the Tax regions section, beside European Union, click Set up .
How did Shopify’s global expansion affect sales?
They expanded from a one-region shop (USA/global store) to localized versions across the USA, Europe, Australia, and the UK—and they saw massive increases in purchases as a result. The increase was almost instant and has lead to thousands of new orders.