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Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - rm8 (515)

Thank you for beeing polite. In Administrative, firestar246 writes: [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - Admin_Russell

[...] To my knowledge there is currently no payment platform that will transfer funds between Russia and the US. I will ask about UnionPay, though, and see what options they [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - infinibrix (5004)

[...] If the truth be told Bricklink/Lego are already being somewhat diplomatic about their decision making for obvious reasons as they are an inclusive non political organization. [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - Yo_Yo_Flamingo (4580)

[...] Will items from Russian stores continue to remain visible when looking at the catalog? That would seem a tad strange, as there is currently no way for buyers to purchase [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - tons_of_bricks (12776)

[...] I'm sure there are other reasons that we don't know about. This is a difficult time, with difficult decisions to make. No solution will satisfy all. Our current [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - rm8 (515)

I know sellers, who have friend outside our contry, and that friend can help with paying that fee. Most of seller will find the way to pay fee... So those who can't (or [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - tons_of_bricks (12776)

[...] Exactly, which is why I understand BL restricting Russian to Russian sales also; because the sellers wouldn't be able to pay their fees.
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - yorbrick (1185)

[...] It is not independent. It is an American company owned by a large multinational company based in Denmark. There have been policy changes to align it with LEGO since LEGO [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - leggodtshop (3864)

[...] You are expression your opinion against the official point of view of Russia. Isn't that a dangerous thing to do? So far, as I see it you risk 15 years of prison [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - leggodtshop (3864)

[...] . This seems like a major change for your shop, are you moving all stock to the new place in Kazakhstan? Are you also moving yourself to Kazakhstan and live there?
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - TerminalTitan (2070)

[...] Ok, Russell. Thx. We work hard last month and open Limited Liability Partnership in Kazakhstan. This gave us a chance to continue working with our foreign customers. [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - leggodtshop (3864)

[...] Well, there are many many people losing much more due to the current circumstances. Losing home, jobs, family, friends, life... so. This is how it works, sad as it is. [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - elias3 (4594)

[...] Thanks for the update! ;) Stefaan
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - m.lushnikov (1285)

[...] Don't speak for everyone.
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - leggodtshop (3864)

[...] [snip] [...] Thank you BrickLink team, for this statement. QFT. Paul
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - yorbrick (1185)

[...] If you read the statement, the answers are no, no and no.
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - yorbrick (1185)

[...] The issue here is can you pay your fees? Yes, you can keep selling to other Russian buyers (at least while you have stock, as LEGO have halted shipments to your country) [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - m.lushnikov (1285)

I haven't paid the fee yet, but can't we do it with UnionPay?
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - TerminalTitan (2070)

[...] Please explain in more detail. 1. Will buyers from Russia be able to buy domestically? 2. Will buyers from Russia be able to buy outside the country? 3. Will buyers outside [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - TerminalTitan (2070)

Do you think we like this whole situation in the world?! We are decent people who understand everything, we are trying to get out of this difficult situation. We are trying to [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - yorbrick (1185)

[...] Russians could sell to other Russians without postage or payment problems, and they have continued to be allowed to do so all this time. It seems it is the not being [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 26, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - Admin_Russell

[...] [...] If you would like to change the country your store is associated with, you will need to change the main address on your account first: (URL) Then, you would [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - 1001bricks (52401)

(typos corrected) [...] It's not the real problem. I'm not even sure of this info at this point; but this to YOU to search and be sure. The other point is [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - Admin_Russell

[...] [...] We explored a range of options, including whether it was possible to keep stores open, but decided the best approach for now, given that global payment platforms [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - Admin_Russell

[...] We understand this news may be disappointing but we felt it was the only approach given the significant disruption to the global operating environment including payment [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - Dino (479)

[...] (URL)
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - Nikonov (1663)

Exactly! Let Russian stores sell to buyers within Russia! Do not deactivate us!
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - legoman77 (3628)

[...] Well said Tanja. Some sellers will be hurt, however it was the only humane decision Lego and Bricklink could make. And the donation, generous. I respect Lego and Bricklink [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - tons_of_bricks (12776)

[...] Well, what do you expect them to do considering current events? It's not exactly easy (or possible in some cases) to exchange money and items with Russia. [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - Nikonov (1663)

It's difficult to believe that you have decided to deactivate russian brickLink stores after so many years of cobusiness. (((
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - TerminalTitan (2070)

[...] if your company is registered in another country, your payment details are also in another country. How to change the country of sale of the store?
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - 1001bricks (52401)

That was the proper move that peoples in EU expected (I guess) from the LEGO Group! The Donation is an extra; but it'll be appreciated where this stupid destruction [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - Admin_Russell

[...] Yes. Apart from the block at check out, your store and account privileges will remain unchanged.
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - randyf (442)

[...] Excellent news. And good on LEGO for thinking about all the children and families involved in this nightmare. The refugees need a lot of help and global support right [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - rm8 (515)

Hello, does this mean we will be still able to log in and work with my inventory (export, import, edit) in deactivated mode? In Administrative, CE_Tanja writes: [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Important update reg. Ukraine and Russia - CE_Tanja

Dear BrickLink members, The LEGO Group released the following statement regarding the war in Ukraine. Our thoughts are with all the children and families suffering as a result [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - rankster (1916)

[...] I really hope he’s not wrong for €120/hour… [...] I’m not an expert of law and don’t want to read loads of pages hoping I’ll find the needed info so it’s better trust [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] Well he may be wrong; MANY people are! Please don't trust an adviser, read it on EU or your Country WRITTEN Laws/Regulations?
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - rankster (1916)

[...] Well I consulted with my tax advisor and the sad news is that ALL kind of form of income is part of the threshold calculation, including shipping fees, handling fees, [...]
(26 months ago, Mar 25, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - SezaR (1396)

[...] Interesting you actually wrote a very serious comment but for what times do you apply your sense of humor? ;-)
(26 months ago, Mar 18, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - ZwarteMagica (10230)

[...] To translate concepts or specialized equipement or even proverbs, I use wikipedia. For example I searched in Dutch for the word: "dwarsligger" (literally translated [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 18, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - hpoort (413)

[...] When you use Google Translate for translating a word that may have multiple meanings, try to be more specific in what you are asking Google to translate. Having a context [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 18, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - SezaR (1396)

[...] Congratz barando! Now that you are a translator, you may be help me out as I am sometimes in trouble. When trying to translate from English to German and vice versa to [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 18, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - barando (7547)

[...] Thanks a lot!!
(27 months ago, Mar 18, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - barando (7547)

[...] Thanks a lot!!
(27 months ago, Mar 18, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - barando (7547)

[...] Vielen Dank!!
(27 months ago, Mar 18, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - barando (7547)

[...] Thanks a lot!!
(27 months ago, Mar 18, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - Stellar (3510)

[...] Great addition for the site! ;)
(27 months ago, Mar 11, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - Turez (43)

Glückwunsch und herzlich willkommen :-)
(27 months ago, Mar 11, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - SylvainLS (46)

Welcome Barando :)
(27 months ago, Mar 11, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We have a new CEP translator! - Nubs_Select (3783)

Congrats and Welcome! Don't forget to celebrate with pizza!!!
(27 months ago, Mar 10, 2022, to Administrative)

We have a new CEP translator! - Admin_Russell

Hello everyone, We'd like to announce that we have appointed another member to the Community Expert Program, member Barando, as our new Translated Help Editor for the German [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 10, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - Stellar (3510)

[...] Thanks Tanja for the summary FAQ all is well explained. Could you add a link to it in the help pages and update where is says this will be implemented at a later date? [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 9, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] AFAIK, yes. [...] AFAIK, yes. And BrickLink tells you so ;-)
(27 months ago, Mar 8, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - rankster (1916)

[...] Dear Tanja, “A: The 10,000 EUR threshold is based on the item base price that is sold only. Shipping, VAT and other additional charges are not considered part of the [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 8, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - SylvainLS (46)

[...] Thanks Tanja, great reading (though it seems to me that a few answers are only understandable if you already know the answer… :P ). For the last question “What [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 7, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] Nice! Thanks for the time and energy taken to write those pages! Much much appreciated. Sylvain
(27 months ago, Mar 7, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: EU distance selling - Online session - CE_Tanja

Dear all, During the EU Distance selling webinar a lot of questions were asked in the chat, together with our tax specialists we have answered these to the best of our ability, [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 7, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Give.Me.A.Brick (10612)

[...] Enhorabuena Sergio!
(27 months ago, Mar 3, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Reki_Lobsheek (2465)

Congrats Stellar! :) Erikk
(27 months ago, Mar 3, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - EnchantedBricks (1209)

[...] Congrats!!! [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 3, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Nubs_Select (3783)

[...] Exciting!
(27 months ago, Mar 3, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Stellar (3510)

[...] Thank you all for the welcome messages, hope to help a bit more the community here :) I like to contribute where I can around BrickLink, there is so much passion [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 3, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Chickaroo (7364)

Congrats Stellar! Welcome to the team. I’ll just place a tray of celebration cupcakes over here :) Roo
(27 months ago, Mar 3, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Turez (43)

Congrats Sergio and welcome to the CEP. :-) In Administrative, Admin_Russell writes: [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 3, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Brickwilbo (1534)

[...] Congratulations and welcome. 👍
(27 months ago, Mar 3, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - randyf (442)

Excellent choice! Congratulations, Sergio! :) In Administrative, Admin_Russell writes: [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 3, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - popsicle (6666)

[...] Sergio is a strong choice to complement the existing team. Thanks.
(27 months ago, Mar 2, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Nubs_Select (3783)

Welcome! Don't forget to celebrate with pizza!
(27 months ago, Mar 2, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - axaday (7303)

[...] A stellar addition to the team
(27 months ago, Mar 2, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Stuart9 (1069)

Congrats. In Administrative, Admin_Russell writes: [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 2, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - 1001bricks (52401)

Wow! Stellar shines! Congratulations Sergio!!
(27 months ago, Mar 2, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - SylvainLS (46)

Welcome Stellar! :)
(27 months ago, Mar 2, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: We Have a new Discussions Moderator - FantasyBricks (334)

Congratulations, Stellar!
(27 months ago, Mar 2, 2022, to Administrative)

We Have a new Discussions Moderator - Admin_Russell

Hello everyone, Today we officially appointed another BrickLink Discussions Moderator, member Stellar: (URL) You can see his profile now on the Community Experts Page: (URL) [...]
(27 months ago, Mar 2, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - CE_Tanja

Hi Yo_Yo_Flamingo, There is now;) you can find it here: (URL) In Administrative, Yo_Yo_Flamingo writes: [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 23, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - CE_Tanja

Thank you for letting us know Sylvain! In Administrative, 1001bricks writes: [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 23, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - Yo_Yo_Flamingo (4580)

[...] Thank you for the succinct explanation!
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] From what I read, as long as the VAT number is verified, it's fine for BrickLink which takes the decision to "B2B" the transaction. Transaction that the seller can [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - Stellar (3510)

[...] Thanks! Seems it works nicely! But keep an eye on the users who use it, if they are not sellers that already verified themselves it should ask for some kind of document [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] There's nothing to do from your side. If a VAT seller in EU orders at your shop, he can use the B2B option, and then won't pay VAT. If he doesn't use it, [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - Yo_Yo_Flamingo (4580)

[...] Okay, I like the sounds of this feature... Is there an information document anywhere explaining what the feature is, how to use it, and who it is applicable to?
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - cosmicray (3495)

[...] But note, that your US Sales Tax service provider is already handling the registered Freight Agents (at least in Florida) and appropriately calculating zero sales [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] I just found something, from Teup's Country :-) (URL) It says: Do you export goods from the Netherlands to entrepreneurs in EU countries other than the Netherlands? [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - Teup (6606)

[...] Well, hard to know because I think they have a presence in every country, so the intra-EU-import situation doesn't occur. But when I think about Dutch webshops that [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] Does S@H officialy accept transactions with businesses in their Terms?
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - SylvainLS (46)

[...] Rule of thumb: Does S@H do it?
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] Yes, some sellers simply refuse, or ask an extra fee, or payment in their Currency for example (which involves conversion fees)... I also think it may not be [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] Ohh it's at the bottom, I didn't see it - got it. But I confirm, it works for Import only (but it's already nice, thank you !) Sylvain
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - Teup (6606)

[...] Yep, agree. This new feature is great news for American shops, but it would be really nice if it applied to EU shops too. But for that, first we need to figure out whether [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] Ah oh - that's not very clear, as Teup wrote it only works for Imports (from outside EU to EU)? I was expecting B2B within countries inside Europe. This [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - Teup (6606)

[...] Looks like it only works on stores outside the EU, I wonder why? I like how it works, I think the same could be applied to EU stores, no? Or should stores be able to [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 22, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - CE_Tanja

Dear popsicle, We are aware of and understand the many requests for a similar solution for the US. We are currently (and for a while) looking in to a possible solution [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 21, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - CE_Tanja

Dear 1001bricks, Please try to reset your browser or clear the cache. In Administrative, 1001bricks writes: [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 21, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - popsicle (6666)

Good to see. Now, how about accommodating the registered US businesses that have been calling for assistance, whom hold their state boards of equalization's resale certificate: [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 21, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] Quick tests: I tried in 3 different shops including Brick24, and couldn't see no "Verify your VAT ID" link or whatever even close to this, up to the very last step [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 21, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] Wow! That's a good surprise! Will test this tomorrow. Thank you!!
(27 months ago, Feb 21, 2022, to Administrative)

Enabling of B2B transactions for EU orders - CE_Tanja

Dear all, Today we have launched the ability for registered EU businesses to place business-to-business (B2B) transactions on the Marketplace. This new feature will remove [...]
(27 months ago, Feb 21, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Marketplace Panel meeting minutes - axaday (7303)

[...] It has been a suggestion topic lots of times. I just wanted to put it where a panel member might see it again if it isn't already being discussed.
(27 months ago, Feb 17, 2022, to Administrative)

Re: Marketplace Panel meeting minutes - 1001bricks (52401)

[...] You don't fear BrickLink to explose, you :D Anyway - Suggestion Topic?
(27 months ago, Feb 17, 2022, to Administrative)

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