UK VAT number

€329

Do you need a VAT number because you stock up abroad, for example? Or do you sell through marketplaces such as Amazon, Zalando, Ebay or Otto? Or because you exceed European thresholds? If so, we can request it for you.

Do you want to enter new international markets worry-free? Then let us apply for your VAT number, we’ll take care of the administrative hassle!

Apply for a VAT number within 4 minutes

When should I register for a UK VAT identification number?

It’s not always clear when you need a British VAT number, so we’ve researched it for you.

You need a British VAT number if:

You sell products from the Netherlands (or any other country) to British customers (export).
You sell products from England to countries outside the UK.
You use Amazon FBA* (amazon.co.uk) to serve customers in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland.

How can you apply for VAT registration?

A VAT number is your fiscal identification in the UK. You need this number to legally sell products through Amazon FBA from a UK distribution center. Without this number, your Amazon.co.uk account could be blocked, so it’s important to have it in place before you start selling.

The application process for foreign businesses with HMRC requires some preparation. First, you need to register for a UK tax number, and once that’s done, you can apply for your VAT number. This process can be done online through the HMRC website.

Would you rather leave this to the experts? Contact us, and we can submit the application for you within 24 hours.

How does it work?

Get started in our software

Complete the VAT registration process. We dispatch it within 24 hours.

Leave the paperwork to us.

We will handle everything with the local authorities. We've got you covered.

Done, you have a VAT number!

Ready for a smooth international start.

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Connect your sales channels and simplify your VAT compliance.

Applying for an English VAT Number for Amazon FBA

You need an English VAT number when you use Amazon’s FBA program and sell in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland.

If any of these situations apply to you, you can apply for your English VAT number through the British tax authorities. English VAT returns are filed once every quarter.

What about Brexit and my VAT affairs?

Brexit has, of course, brought about many changes. Fortunately, the Dutch Tax Authority has explained the VAT situation with Britain and Europe.

What do I receive when I apply for an English VAT number?

When applying for an English VAT number (VAT Number), you will receive the following documentation from us:

VAT number: This is your English VAT number.

EORI number: This identification number (for customs) is required for international business transactions.

We are a Belgian company with a webshop that also sells products to the Netherlands. For this we had to be in order with the VAT administration in NL. We came into contact with Staxxer and they take care of everything for us, from the VAT number to the quarterly declarations. The communication is very smooth but what struck me immediately was the user-friendly website. As a small independent company we find it very nice to be able to focus on our core business, knowing that part of our administration is in good hands with an external partner. Highly recommended!

Through Amazon DE, I sell to a large number of European countries. Each country has a different VAT rate and cost and sales figures. To get all the information correctly from Amazon took a lot of time, stress and headaches. Fortunately, now Staxxer does my German VAT declaration as well as those of the other European countries (OSS). Recently, they even settled my German waste tax EPR. In short: Staxxer makes my work a whole lot more fun. And they are reliable, transparent and nice too 🙂

Very satisfied with this VAT service provider. Ideal for companies active in marketplaces.

Recommend everyone to work with Staxxer in the field of VAT returns throughout Europe, this makes it easy, transparent and well arranged with the right contact. Highly recommended for these great guys!

Great service! Staxxer helped me with annoying VAT questions for Belgium. Special praise goes to Joke, really great service, thank you!

Great service! Staxxer helped me out with annoying VAT matters regarding Belgium. Special credits go to Joke, really great service, thank you!

I have been using Staxxer’s services with Pedal Plate for a few years now. Saves me a lot of research work every month and administration makes it easy to continue adding new countries/markets. Excellent continuity too. Always quick response to my questions and completely well organized how work is taken over by others during holidays.

Staxxer has been helping me with my foreign tax returns in several countries in Europe for almost 2 years. The software connection with Amazon is very good, but especially the service they offer is excellent! They are always open to helping you and growing my business through Amazon has been a lot easier with Staxxer!

“Staxxer was the only party that perfectly matched our international growth ambitions and solving European OSS VAT administration.”

“Together you are stronger! Through our partnership with Staxxer, tomorrow’s e-commerce entrepreneurs can sell internationally without VAT worries.”

“With Staxxer, we have an overview of our international sales and associated VAT obligations at a glance. The declaration is done with one click. The dashboard is fast, easy and correct. On top of that, the Staxxer team also offers outstanding service.”

The benefits

Why Staxxer?

Simple, efficient, and always up-to-date: With Staxxer, you’re always one step ahead.

Connected to your sales channels.

All VAT flows in one place.

Always personal support.

We speak your language.

VAT compliant & worry-free.

Wherever you sell in Europe.

From A to Z

UK VAT filings

Staxxer brings clarity and control to your financial operations. True, managing VAT can be daunting.

Consider the varying VAT rates and language hurdles. Typically, you must file your VAT returns with HMRC, and even small mistakes can result in penalties. Plus, think about the time it takes to navigate all these details.

Wouldn’t you prefer to have all this automated?

Buy a UK VAT number now

You can apply for your VAT registration in just 4 minutes—quicker than deciding what to watch on Netflix!

Staxxer’s software makes it that simple.

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What does a UK VAT number look like?

A UK VAT number is a unique identification number issued to businesses by the UK government for tax purposes. It allows the HMRC (Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs) to track VAT payments and ensure compliance with VAT regulations.

For example, a UK VAT number could look like this: GB123456789

What does Staxxer offer for UK VAT registration?

Staxxer can apply for your UK VAT number, taking care of the administrative process. They also offer quarterly UK VAT filing assistance.

How can I check a UK VAT number?

Online Verification

HMRC’s VAT Number Checker: HMRC provides an online service to verify UK VAT numbers.

VIES (VAT Information Exchange System): For checking UK VAT numbers as well as VAT numbers from other EU countries.

Contact HMRC

Direct Inquiry: Contact HMRC directly for verification if the online service does not provide a conclusive answer.

Other Verification Services

Third-party Tools: There are several third-party services and software that offer VAT number validation.

Whenever you are verifying a VAT number, ensure you have the correct number and format to check its validity.