THE node organises an online seminar on the subject «VAT on imports of goods: Practical guide for accountants & tax technicians»
The seminar is organised by Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Imports of goods are one of the most demanding areas of VAT, with multiple regimes, special procedures and continuous developments – especially after the development of electronic commerce. Proper knowledge of the framework opens up important opportunities for businesses: exploiting favourable schemes, improving liquidity and full tax compliance.
The seminar gives clear answers to any issues arising in everyday practice: from the calculation of taxable value and VAT deduction, to simplified procedures, e-commerce and exemption provisions. The aim is to acquire practical knowledge and tools that will allow accounting agencies to correctly apply the relevant provisions for the benefit of their customers importers while avoiding fines and increases from their incorrect application.
Thematics:
Introduction of goods & VAT treatment
Basic VAT principles on imports from third countries and discrimination against intra-Community acquisition.
The concept of import for VAT purposes
When is it set? «import» and differences between a customs and a tax concept.
Obligation to refund import VAT
Who is burdened with the obligation to pay and what responsibility it assumes.
Payment of VAT & right to deduct
When is paid, which documents are required and how is the deduction correctly exercised in the VAT declaration.
Special tax territory
Areas with special status and their impact on the tax treatment of transactions.
Taking VAT from underlying persons
Procedure for obtaining Greek VAT for foreign companies and the role of a tax representative.
Simplified import procedures
Funding schemes (tax suspension, scheme 42, AEO) and liquidity benefits for enterprises.
E-commerce & VAT
IOSS status, small value imports and electronic platforms obligations.
Taxable value at import
How the taxable basis is calculated and how it is linked to services to importers (transport, insurance premiums, commissions).
Exemption provisions — ENTDA
Application of exemptions for goods intended for export or intra-Community delivery.
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Registration you can do from central page The Node.
Rapporteurs:
Dionysian zorbanus
THE
Dionysis Zorbanos is an active executive of AADE with experience in
private sector. He has served in various places in customs
authorities and for several years Head of Department of Export Import
responsible for coordinating all VAT matters relating to
responsibilities of the customs office.
Korres Leonidas
Leonidas Corres is an Auditor of Auditor Accountant and specialized Tax Advisor, with a focus on matters of VAT and International Taxation. He holds the Advanced Diploma in International Taxation (ADIT CIOT UK). It has extensive experience in supporting accounting offices and businesses in tax matters as well as staff training.
Scientific group Node:
Several members of his scientific team will attend the seminar. Node to answer as many questions as possible.
Cost of participation:
The monitoring costs for each seminar are 35,00 euros.
