Glossary / GST / VAT

What is GST / VAT?

GST and VAT are sales taxes on goods and services. Creators who meet their local tax authority’s rules may need to register and account for them on taxable supplies — Yaff will not do that for you.

How it works on Yaff

Yaff does not add GST or VAT at checkout, does not file returns, and has no Stripe Tax integration. Terms put tax on the seller. Whether you charge tax inclusive or extra is between you, your tax authority and an accountant. New Zealand GST is administered by IRD; Australia has GST rules via the ATO; VAT applies in the UK, EU and elsewhere.

Example

A GST-registered creator in New Zealand might set membership prices GST-inclusive and account for the tax in their own return. A VAT-registered creator would do the equivalent with their local authority.

Frequently asked questions

Does Yaff collect GST or VAT?

No.

Is this tax advice?

No. Read the help article and talk to a professional.

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