About Us
30 + Years of Excellence in Aviation VAT
and
Excise Tax Recovery
VATAmerica specializes in European excise tax and VAT recovery for the general aviation sector. Our path to success, marked by innovation and dedication, took off in 1993 and continues to expand today.
Our Assurance to You
Rooted in trust, integrity and innovation, our core values and expertise have helped reclaim tens of millions in excise, VAT and other indirect taxes for hundreds of businesses, fostering global relationships with top-tier aircraft and corporate partners.
Global Experience
Precision in Aviation Tax Navigation Across Dozens of Countries
All Services Under One Roof
Your One Direct Stop for All Tax Recovery Needs
Grounded Knowledge
25+ years in Aviation Tax Experience
Our History
1993
VATAmerica is founded as a limited partnership in New Jersey and quickly secures a long-term client from the “Big 8.”
1996
VATAmerica and Universal Weather & Aviation™ launch the first-ever European VAT recovery program for general aviation, expanding to include aviation fuel and support services.
1998
VATAmerica now serves four of the US “Big 6” accounting firms and six of the largest law firms in the world.
2000
VATAmerica works with German counsel to recover high German excise taxes (MOT) on jet fuel for aviation management and corporate flight departments.
2005
CB VATAmerica, LLC, a new subsidiary, coordinates VAT refund claims via the United Cash Back network of European VAT firms.
2010
VATAmerica secures the first "TICPE" jet fuel tax refund in France since 2009, facilitated by an international accounting firm. By 2010, VATAmerica obtains over $37 million in VAT and excise tax refunds.
2015
VATAmerica partners with Taxback International (TBI) in Kilkenny, Ireland, to digitally handle VAT refund submissions for its expanding client roster worldwide. By 2015, VATAmerica’s total recoveries reach $66 million.
2021
VATAmerica weathers the pandemic's impact on aviation by reclaiming $83 million in past VAT and excise tax refunds since its inception despite longer processing times from European tax agencies.
Culture is Our Tax Advantage
Behind each successful VAT and excise tax refund is a leading team of enthusiastic, innovative problem solvers. They’re more than just tax experts—they’re an extension of your finance team, quickly turning tax overpayments into profitable returns. We respect your staff time and understand our clients’ relationships with their customers.
Evolving Solutions for Maximum Returns
Our evolving client service technology features a Client Portal for real-time refund claim submissions and recoveries, detailed automated refund reporting by aircraft, and a partnership with a patented tech provider for enhanced data capture and optimized recovery.
