IOSS 2025: The Definitive Guide for Chinese E-merchants

⚡ Major change: 100% of Chinese sellers must have an EU representative

Since January 1, 2023, IMPOSSIBLE to obtain IOSS without a European intermediary. This rule has already caused thousands of Chinese seller accounts to close.

What is IOSS?

IOSS = Import One-Stop Shop

It's your mandatory passport to legally sell from China to Europe for parcels under the IOSS threshold.

Without IOSS:

• Customer orders: Product price
• Delivery: Customs ask for VAT + additional fees
• Customer pays much more than expected
• Rejection rate: Very high

With IOSS:

• Customer orders: Product price (VAT included)
• Delivery: Nothing to pay
• Satisfied customer = 5 stars
• Acceptance rate: Very high

How to get your IOSS

Step 1: Choose the right intermediary

• ✅ Approved by at least 3 EU countries
• ✅ Substantial liability insurance
• ✅ Chinese support
• ✅ Financial guarantee

Step 2: Required documents

1. Chinese business license + translation
2. Legal representative passport
3. E-commerce activity proof
4. Business bank account

Step 3: Process (2-4 weeks)

Noé IOSS Offer

🎯 IOSS Express

• Multi-country approved intermediary
• IOSS guaranteed in 15 days
• Platform configuration
• Setup fee + monthly subscription

Contact: ioss@noe.accountants