Why does Adobe invoice charging VAT from Ireland to Spain?

Why does Adobe invoice charging VAT from Ireland to Spain?

Please refer to:
1.VAT - Adobe Ireland?
2.I have an email receipt.  Did you charge sales tax for the downloads?
3.Billing: German VAT 23% ???
4.Why is Adobe's UK website charging 23% VAT on Photoshop Elements 12 ?
5.Adobe Store | Online order and payment FAQ
n most parts of the world, Adobe is legally required to charge sales tax according to the calculations you see when you purchase online. If Adobe doesn't charge taxes, you are sometimes still liable to pay the taxes yourself.
Adobe is registered in many different countries for which it is responsible for charging and collecting VAT/GST. For most sales, the rate charged depends on the country from which the goods or services are delivered. In Adobe European stores, you are charged the relevant VAT rate for hard goods and services.
Regards
Rajshree

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