Do I need to register for VAT in another EU country?

Do I need to register for VAT in another EU country?

For companies operating across the European Union (EU), there may be a requirement to register their business with a VAT number in another EU country. The requirements for this vary from country to country, but are based on the EU’s VAT Directive, which should be implemented into local legislation by each member state.

How is VAT accounted for on supplies within the EU?

At the moment, for EU transactions, VAT is generally not charged on the supply of goods between businesses from another European country by the supplier. Instead, a business recipient is generally required to charge itself VAT, known as acquisition VAT, which is typically an accounting transaction on the VAT return.

How do I prove I am not VAT registered?

The best way is to call the HMRC National helpline on 0845 010 9000 (or 02920 501 261) and ask them to confirm if the trader is registered with them. If not, they’ll likely investigate themselves.

How much is import VAT from EU to UK?

Anyone in the UK receiving a gift from the EU worth more than £39 will now face a bill for import VAT at 20%. Items below £135 bought through the big online marketplaces such as Amazon will have had UK VAT added and therefore can be delivered in the UK with no extra charges demanded.

Can a VAT number be activated for an intra-EU transaction?

the VAT number has not been activated for intra-EU transactions the registration is not yet finalised (some EU countries require a separate registration for intra-EU transactions). These changes are not always reflected immediately in the national databases and consequently in VIES.

How to check the validity of a UK VAT number?

All traders seeking to validate UK (GB) VAT numbers may address their request to the UK Tax Administration. You can verify the validity of a VAT number issued by any Member State / Northern Ireland by selecting that Member State / Northern Ireland from the drop-down menu provided, and entering the number to be validated.

Can a European Commission check a national VAT registration?

The European Commission cannot check, correct, add or delete any national VAT registrations. It is recommended that you keep track of your validation in case of tax control. You can consult the FAQ page on VIES for more information.

When do VAT rules change between UK and EU?

From 1 January 2021 following the end of the transition period with the EU the VAT rules applying for supplying services between the UK and EU member states will become the same as the current rules for supplying services from the UK to outside the EU.