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What to do if your company doesn’t have an International VAT Number (VAT ID)

Learn why an International VAT Number (VAT ID) is required to register on Solartraders.com and what to do if your company doesn’t have one yet.

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Written by Frederic
Updated over a week ago

Thank you for your interest in SolarTraders.com! If your company does not have an International VAT Number (VAT ID), it is important to know that a valid VAT ID is required to register on our platform.

What to do if you don’t have a VAT ID:

If you don’t have an International VAT ID but believe your company is eligible, we recommend contacting your local tax authority or relevant government agency to start the registration process. Requirements and procedures may vary depending on your country, business type, and jurisdiction.

Once you have your VAT ID:

You can return and complete your registration on Solartraders. Our support team is available to assist you and answer any questions throughout the process.

What is an EU VAT Number (VAT ID)?

An EU VAT ID is a unique identifier used by businesses to ensure correct handling of VAT payments for cross-border transactions within the European Union. It is essential for companies trading goods or services between EU member states.

Structure of an EU VAT ID:

  • Country Code: Two letters representing the EU member state (e.g., DE for Germany, AT for Austria)

  • Unique Identifier: A number or letter sequence unique to each business. The format and length vary by country.

Examples:

  • Germany: DE123456789

  • Austria: ATU12345678

  • Netherlands: NL123456789B01

  • Poland: PL1234567890

  • France: FR12345678901

  • Spain: ESX12345678

  • Italy: IT12345678901

Common Problems and Solutions:

  1. Incorrect Country Code: Ensure the code matches your country of registration.

  2. Incorrect Format: Check the length and characters or use an online validation tool.

  3. Invalid VAT ID: Double-check for typos and use the EU VIES service to validate.

  4. National vs. International VAT ID: Make sure your VAT ID is registered for intra-community (EU) transactions.

Important:

We cannot approve business accounts without a valid EU VAT ID. Make sure your number is correct and registered for intra-community transactions before submitting your registration.

Additional Resources:

  • VIES – VAT Number Validation

  • Local Tax Authorities: Contact your tax authority for assistance with VAT registration

  • Online Guides: Many EU countries provide FAQs and online guidance for VAT IDs

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