The seller's VAT identifier (also known as VAT registration number). For German companies, this follows the format DE + 9 digits.
Critical for VAT compliance and cross-border trade within the EU. Required when the seller is subject to VAT.
Required if the seller is registered for VAT according to EU VAT Directive 2006/112/EC
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No, it is only required if the seller is registered for VAT. Small businesses below the VAT threshold or VAT-exempt entities may not have a VAT identifier.
Use the EU VIES system (ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/vies/) to validate VAT identifiers. Each country has specific format requirements.
Each EU country has its own VAT number format: AT (8 digits), FR (11 characters), NL (12 characters), IT (11 digits), etc. Always include the country code prefix.
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