Overview
At Anrok, we're committed to keeping our customers informed about critical tax regulation changes and continuously enhancing our platform with new features that improve your experience. Welcome to our August edition!
🔍 Regulatory Update
SaaS businesses are facing numerous changes in sales tax rules as governments worldwide implement new digital tax regulations. These changes can vary from state to state and country to country, so Anrok ensures that software companies operating in multiple locations can stay up to date.
Important policy changes:
- Illinois announces Tax Amnesty program — Illinois has announced a tax amnesty program from October 1 to November 17, 2025. The state will waive penalties and interest for any historic liability from June 30, 2018, through July 1, 2024. Returns must be filed and paid within the amnesty window to qualify for a waiver of penalties and interest. [Learn more]
- Estonia increased its standard VAT rate — Estonia increased its standard VAT rate from 22% to 24% starting on July 1, 2025. For contracts signed before May 1, 2023, that didn't account for VAT changes, the previous 20% rate can apply until June 30, 2025. [Learn more]
- Chile's published VAT compliance requirements — Chile's tax authority has published updated VAT registration and compliance requirements for non-resident digital service providers, effective October 25, 2025. Foreign digital service providers selling to Chilean consumers should prepare for the updated compliance procedures. [Learn more]
Tip
Illinois's amnesty program presents a unique opportunity for clients with physical goods exposure. Consider registering eligible clients early to position them for P&I-free compliance during the amnesty window.
📢 Key Anrok Update
We're excited to announce Anrok's new expanded capability: we can now handle non-resident VAT registrations, filing, and remittance for digital goods sellers in the EU Non-Union OSS (Ireland), Canada (Federal GST/HST, Manitoba, Quebec, British Columbia, Saskatchewan), and the UK.
What this means for you:
- International service expansion — Anrok expands its international service offerings to clients selling digital goods in the EU OSS, the UK, and Canada.
- Global VAT compliance management — Anrok allows direct management of international tax compliance for Europe and Canada, eliminating the need for third-party solutions.
- Simplified support for US-based companies — Anrok provides US-based support for American companies operating internationally.
- Expanded platform functionality — Single platform for US sales tax and international VAT obligations with streamlined non-resident registration process and automated filing and remittance for covered jurisdictions.
🚀 Product Update
SaaS businesses are continually seeking more effective ways to manage their operations as technology platforms evolve and introduce new capabilities. Anrok ensures that software companies can leverage the latest features to streamline their processes and stay competitive across multiple markets.
New features and changes:
- New product tax categories (PTC) supported — Anrok now supports a new selection of product tax categories (PTC), expanding to help you remain compliant for your growing product and service offerings. These new categories include Advertising, Beauty and Personal Care, Wearable Technology, Home and Lifestyle, and Rentals and Leasing. See Assignable tax configurations for product IDs.
- Custom product tax categories (PTC) supported upon request — Anrok now supports custom product tax categories (PTC) upon request. If you need to override a tax category's taxability determination for a specific jurisdiction or create an entirely new set of determinations, you can request that Anrok create a custom product tax category (PTC). You will need to complete and submit this form to start the process. See Custom product tax categories (PTC).