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Originally Posted by Zetmolm
Price differences occur because of differences in VAT rates. E.g. on amazon.de prices are shown with German VAT included. The German rate is 19%. But when I buy something there from the Netherlands, prices are recalculated to include the Dutch rate of 21%.
An example: if the item is priced at EUR 119, I need to pay EUR 121.
I guess the same thing happens between Spain (21%), UK (20%) and Portugal (23%).
There is nothing secret about this recalculation. Amazon says that they do this, and they have to because it's the law. (Or at least their interpretation of the law.)
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your right, I just did some calculation based on the item I bought today and the difference in price is exactly as it would be for a vat of 23%. Just shows how well informed the CS people are because I asked several times why the difference and nobody was able to answer, so instead I’ve been feeling wronged.
I would like to read more about this recalculation; do you know where I can look it up?
I buy online on several countries and the VAT charged is at the rate that is valid in the country where I’m buying so I’ve never seen this before, and why does it only happen with the items sold or fulfield by amazon?