Manufacturing: Colombia vs Croatia VAT Rules
How VAT obligations differ for manufacturing between Colombia and Croatia.
| Criterion | Colombia | Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Standard rate applied | 19% | 25% |
| Registration threshold | No general threshold | €39,816 annual turnover |
| Filing frequency | Bimonthly or quarterly | Monthly |
| Invoicing constraints | Electronic invoicing mandatory for all VAT-registered businesses via DIAN platform. | Mandatory fiscal cash registers. Invoices must include all standard EU fields. e-Invoice system for B2G. |
| Sector-relevant regimes | Mandatory electronic invoicing via DIAN · Excluded goods/services list exempt from VAT · Special regime for simplified taxation (RST) | Mandatory fiscalization of all invoices · Reduced rate for tourism and hospitality · Special scheme for farmers |
| Penalty exposure | 5% per month for late filing, up to 100% of tax due. Interest at market rate + 3%. | Interest at 5.89% annually on late payments. Fines from €260 to €46,400 for non-compliance. |
Typical use cases
B2B Supply
Selling components and raw materials to other businesses.
Export Goods
Manufacturing goods for export within and outside the EU.
Contract Manufacturing
Custom manufacturing under contract agreements.
Disclaimer : This tool is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional tax advice. Consult a qualified tax advisor for decisions regarding your tax situation.Source : EU VAT Directive 2006/112/EC
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