Auto-entrepreneur status to sell on Vinted (2026 guide)

When to become an auto-entrepreneur for Vinted

You should ask yourself the question as soon as your Vinted activity becomes regular with a profit motive. The classic signals:

– You buy items from thrift shops, flea markets or private sales to resell them
– You make more than 3-5 sales per week on a consistent basis
– You exceed €3,000 of revenue or 20 transactions per year (DAC7 thresholds)
– You sell your own stock (creator, dropshipping)

If you only do personal wardrobe clear-outs (reselling your own used belongings occasionally, without buying to resell), you're not required to become an auto-entrepreneur. It's only when the activity becomes commercial in nature that registering a legal status becomes mandatory.

Benefits of the auto-entrepreneur status for Vinted

Administrative simplicity

Online registration in 15-20 minutes. No share capital, no articles of association to draft, no mandatory accountant (recommended but not required), no formal financial statements — just a monthly or quarterly revenue declaration.

Very favourable micro-BIC tax regime

Flat-rate deduction of 71% on revenue for the sale of goods (the regime that applies to Vinted). Concretely, on €10,000 of revenue, only €2,900 is taxed at the income tax brackets. It's one of the most favourable regimes that exist.

Contributions proportional to revenue

No revenue = no contributions. You only pay if you sell. Ideal for starting risk-free.

Unlocks Vinted Pro

With your auto-entrepreneur SIREN, you can activate Vinted Pro: Pro badge, automatic invoicing, no Vinted cap, extended tools (see our Vinted Pro guide).

Drawbacks to know about

Revenue cap

2026 cap for sale of goods: €188,700/year. Above that, you must move to the standard regime (real-tax sole proprietorship, EURL, SARL, SASU). For 95% of Vinted resellers, the auto-entrepreneur cap is more than enough.

No VAT deduction

Under the VAT base-franchise (default for auto-entrepreneurs), you don't charge VAT but you also can't recover VAT on your purchases (stock, supplies, packaging). Not a problem if you buy second-hand from private sellers (no VAT on that). More penalising if you buy in bulk from professional wholesalers.

No extended social protection

The auto-entrepreneur regime offers minimal social protection (basic health coverage, limited daily allowances). If you plan to live 100% off your Vinted activity, plan for private health insurance and a complementary pension.

APE codes for Vinted

47.91B — Distance selling via specialised catalogue

The most common APE code for Vinted. Suits online reselling of new or lightly used items, online thrift, textile dropshipping. It's the default code URSSAF recommends for e-commerce resellers.

47.79Z — Retail of second-hand goods in stores

APE code for second-hand reselling in the strict sense. Suits you if you mostly do second-hand (vintage, flea market, items already worn/used). Since Vinted is predominantly second-hand, this is also a good choice.

Which one to pick?

In practice, both work for Vinted. 47.91B is broader and more versatile (general distance selling), it's the one I recommend by default. If you do 100% thrift/vintage, 47.79Z is also relevant. Discuss it with the URSSAF advisor during registration.

Steps to become an auto-entrepreneur on Vinted

Step 1 — Online registration (15-20 min)

Go to entreprendre.service-public.fr (ex-URSSAF portal, integrated into the public service since 2023).

1. Click "Create my business"
2. Choose "Auto-entrepreneur (micro-entrepreneur)"
3. Activity section: "Commerce and commercial activities" → "Sale of goods"
4. APE code: 47.91B (recommended) or 47.79Z
5. Registered address: your home address if you don't have a professional location
6. Tax regime choice: micro-BIC sales
7. Income tax flat payment option: study based on your tax bracket
8. Declaration frequency: monthly (recommended) or quarterly

Step 2 — Receiving your SIREN (2-7 days)

You receive your SIREN number by email or postal mail within 2 to 7 working days. Keep it safe: it's your professional ID for Vinted, URSSAF, the tax office and your bank.

Step 3 — Opening a separate bank account

URSSAF recommends (and makes nearly mandatory after €10,000 of annual revenue for 2 consecutive years) a bank account dedicated to your professional activity. No need for an expensive business account: a second current account is enough. Recommended free online banks: Boursorama, Fortuneo, Hello bank.

Step 4 — Activating Vinted Pro

Once you've received your SIREN:

1. Log in to Vinted (app or web)
2. Settings > Account > Become a Pro seller on Vinted
3. Fill in the form with your SIREN, your business address and your bank details
4. Vinted verifies within 24-72h
5. Pro badge activated automatically

Contributions and taxation for an auto-entrepreneur on Vinted in 2026

URSSAF social contributions

Sale of goods (the Vinted category): ~12.3% of cashed revenue. Included in those 12.3%: health, maternity, basic pension, disability-death, family allowances, CSG-CRDS.

Professional training contribution

0.1% of revenue for sale of goods. Grants access to free training via Pôle Emploi / OPCO.

Optional income tax flat payment

If you meet the household income conditions, you can opt for the income tax flat payment at 1% of revenue. Concretely, you pay income tax on your Vinted sales directly to URSSAF, and you have nothing more to pay on this income in April/May. Very interesting if you're at a 30% or higher tax bracket.

Worked example

Example: €10,000 of Vinted revenue over the year.

– URSSAF contributions: €10,000 × 12.3% = €1,230
– Training contribution: €10,000 × 0.1% = €10
– Income tax flat payment (optional): €10,000 × 1% = €100
– Total deductions: €1,340 (on €10,000 cashed)
– Net in pocket: €8,660

Monthly / quarterly declaration

Every month (or quarter):

1. Log in to autoentrepreneur.urssaf.fr
2. Declare your cashed revenue for the period (net amounts received from Vinted, Vinted fees already deducted)
3. URSSAF automatically calculates contributions + flat payment
4. Payment by direct debit within 24h

If revenue = 0: you still have to file a €0 declaration (otherwise €56 penalty per missed declaration).

Auto-entrepreneur vs Private seller on Vinted — recap

Frequently asked questions

When should I become an auto-entrepreneur for Vinted?

As soon as your Vinted activity becomes regular (several sales per week) with a profit motive. Legally there's no single threshold, but in practice: becoming an auto-entrepreneur becomes necessary at €3,000/year in sales or 20 transactions/year (DAC7 thresholds) if the activity is commercial.

Which APE code should I pick to sell on Vinted?

Two main codes: 47.91B (distance selling via specialised catalogue) for online reselling of new or lightly used items, and 47.79Z (retail of second-hand goods) for thrift and second-hand. 47.91B is the most common for Vinted.

How much does an auto-entrepreneur on Vinted pay in contributions?

In 2026, sale of goods: roughly 12.3% of cashed revenue for URSSAF social contributions + 0.1% training contribution + 1% optional income tax flat payment. So around ~13.4% of revenue total if you opt for the flat payment.

What's the auto-entrepreneur revenue cap for Vinted in 2026?

For sale of goods (the Vinted category), the 2026 auto-entrepreneur cap is €188,700 of annual revenue. Above that, you have to switch to the standard regime (real-tax sole proprietorship, EURL, SARL or SAS).

How do I become an auto-entrepreneur for Vinted step by step?

1) Go to entreprendre.service-public.fr. 2) Click 'Create my business'. 3) Choose 'Auto-entrepreneur' and 'Sale of goods'. 4) Select APE code 47.91B or 47.79Z. 5) Fill in the form (15-20 min). 6) You receive your SIREN within 2-7 days. 7) Activate your Vinted Pro account with your SIREN.

Do I need a business bank account for an auto-entrepreneur on Vinted?

Not immediately. URSSAF makes a dedicated professional bank account mandatory after €10,000 of annual revenue for 2 consecutive years. In practice, open a second current account (free with online banks: Boursorama, Fortuneo, Hello bank) from the start to make bookkeeping easier.

Can I stay employed and be an auto-entrepreneur on Vinted at the same time?

Yes, combining employed work + auto-entrepreneur is allowed. Just check your employment contract (possible exclusivity clause) and tell your employer if necessary. Your auto-entrepreneur contributions are added to those from your salary, without reduction.

Sources and legal disclaimer

Article based on 2026 URSSAF regulation, INSEE APE codes, and the public procedures available on entreprendre.service-public.fr. The author is neither a chartered accountant nor a lawyer. For your personal situation, consult a certified professional or the URSSAF hotline (0806 803 873). Figures and rules can change — check the caps and rates in force at the time of your registration.

Also read: Vinted Pro complete guide, Vinted taxes 2026, Vinted DAC7 threshold, VAT and Vinted.