DO YOU PROVIDE CROSS-BORDER SERVICES WITHIN THE EU? ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH EASE — WE MANAGE YOUR EUROPEAN SERVICES DECLARATION FROM A TO Z, SAVING YOU TIME AND AVOIDING COSTLY MISTAKES.
The European Services Reporting is an administrative requirement applicable to businesses providing cross-border services within the European Union. It allows EU Member States to monitor and regulate the provision of services across borders, ensure tax transparency, and maintain compliance with national and EU regulations.
This reporting is typically required when a company based in one EU country temporarily provides services in another Member State — for example, sending employees to carry out work on a construction site, provide consulting services, or install equipment. The purpose is to inform local authorities about the nature, duration, and scope of the services being performed.
Depending on the host country’s legislation, this reporting may be mandatory for a range of sectors including construction, engineering, IT, logistics, and maintenance. It is often linked to regulations on labour law, social security coordination, and tax obligations. Failing to submit the reporting on time — or submitting incomplete or incorrect information — can result in penalties, fines, or delays in service delivery.
The European Services Reporting is separate from customs or VAT declarations. It focuses on services, not the movement of goods.
In practice, companies are required to complete the reporting before the start of the service, often via an online portal provided by the host country. The process can vary from one country to another, and the required documents may include employment contracts, proof of qualifications, and details about the service recipient.
For businesses operating internationally, outsourcing the handling of the European Services Declaration to a specialised partner helps ensure compliance, avoid delays, and reduce administrative burdens.
Understanding and properly managing this obligation is essential for any company aiming to expand its service offering across EU borders while staying compliant with local rules.
Unsure whether you need to submit a European Services Declaration? Here are the key situations where this obligation applies across the EU.
If your company, established in one EU Member State, temporarily provides services in another EU country, a declaration is mandatory to inform the host authorities.
Whether for construction work, IT support, consulting, or maintenance, if employees are sent to work in another EU country, the declaration must usually be submitted before the assignment begins.
Some EU Member States demand prior notification for specific services, regardless of the contract size or duration. Local rules apply and vary by country.
Failing to declare services when required can lead to fines, service suspension, or exclusion from future tenders in some Member States.
Certain sectors such as construction, security, healthcare, and transportation may have stricter rules, requiring a declaration even for short-term services
Failure to comply with the European Services Declaration requirement can result in various sanctions, depending on the host country’s national legislation. Common penalties include:
Are you looking to simplify your European Services Declarations without the administrative hassle, but facing these challenges?
Due to their complexity and national differences, European Service Declaration regulations can make understanding and complying with the rules within the EU more difficult
The European Services Declaration reporting rules are likely to change regularly, requiring constant vigilance to remain compliant.
Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of collected data is a real challenge. Companies often handle a large flow of information related to intra-Community transactions, which can lead to errors in the European Service Declaration.
Detecting and correcting anomalies or inconsistencies in data can be challenging. Companies must implement mechanisms to check and validate data before submitting the European Services Declaration.
A lack of dedicated resources or external support can prevent some companies from properly managing European Services Declarations, thereby increasing their risk of non-compliance.
Processing and submitting European Services Declarations can be tedious and administratively heavy, especially for companies with a high volume of transactions within the EU.
ASD Group supports you in overcoming these challenges effectively.
ASD Group provides you with skilled European Services Declaration specialists to streamline your administrative and regulatory processes. With their deep expertise in customs and international regulations, they guide you through every step, optimizing your time, reducing costly errors, and allowing you to focus on growing your business.
All relevant information about your intra-Community services, such as their nature and amounts, is collected by our team.
The collected information is thoroughly checked by our team to ensure its accuracy and compliance with European Services Declaration rules, particularly regarding service codes, relevant countries, and applicable thresholds.
European Services Declarations are prepared by our team in accordance with official requirements and submitted within the regulatory deadlines.
After submission, we provide proactive follow-up to respond to any requests from the authorities and offer ongoing support to optimize your European Services Declaration processes.
Composed of European Services Declarations specialists, our team supports you with precise recommendations and personalized assistance.
A guarantee of high-quality work and optimal protection of your declarations, ensuring the security of your data and minimizing risks.
Our custom software enables efficient tracking of flows and thresholds, electronic data management, and automated reminders for important dates. You can manage everything easily through our fully online platform, MyASD.
For over 25 years, our experience has positioned us as a trusted partner with European tax and customs authorities, ensuring the protection of your operations and enhancing your reputation with the authorities.
We ensure a reply to all your requests within 48 business hours, providing clear and effective communication throughout the process.
Our specialists maintain constant oversight of regulatory updates, ensuring you are always up to date and able to adjust your practices without delay.
Each client is assigned a dedicated account manager who guides them at every step, ensuring personalized support and a lasting relationship of trust.
