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Stripe Tax

Automate sales tax, VAT, and GST calculation and collection

PaidAdded Jun 1, 2021

About

Stripe Tax automatically calculates and collects the right amount of tax on every Stripe transaction based on the buyer's location. Supports sales tax, VAT, and GST across 50+ countries. Integrates directly into your existing Stripe setup with minimal code changes. Handles tax registration thresholds, exemptions, and filing-ready reports.

Tags

taxsales-taxvatgstcompliancestripeautomation

Origin Story

By Patrick & John Collison

The Problem

Tax compliance for online businesses was a nightmare — different rules in every state and country. Stripe Tax automates what used to require specialized accountants.

Building It

Launched in 2021 as part of the Stripe platform. Extends the Stripe philosophy of making complex financial infrastructure simple for developers.

What It Means

Tax compliance shouldn't be a barrier to selling globally. Automate it and focus on your product.

The Dream

To remove tax compliance as a friction point for every internet business.

Pricing

ModelPaid

0.5% per transaction where tax is calculated. No monthly fees. Only pay when Stripe Tax calculates tax on a transaction.

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Category

Payments Finance

Problems Solved

  • Sales Tax Compliance
  • Vat Gst Collection
  • Automated Tax Calculation

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