EORI > VAT Number

[a1anm]

Hi everyone,

I have an online business and import a lot of my goods. When I started up I wasn't VAT registered and when I imported my first shipment I had to get an EORI number.

I have now had to become VAT registered and wondered what exactly I need to do as I will no longer need to pay VAT on these goods. Do I need to contact customs and give them my VAT number. Or do I just continue as I am and keep a record of the import VAT I pay and then claim that back?

Thanks!

 

[MrAnchovy]

You still need to pay VAT on the imports, but now you can claim it back as input tax. Keep the C79 form as evidence of the VAT paid.

If you haven't already done so, contact HMRC (0845 010 9000) to make sure that they have tied in your new VAT registration with your EORI number as I am not sure if this happens automatically.

 

[a1anm]

I've never received a C79. Is this something I will start to receive once HMRC tie my EORI and VAT number together?

 

[Kevin Hall]

Are you using transporters to import your goods? If so, you need to discuss this with your transporters.

You should give them your UK VAT registration number and tell them to use it to import your goods. The C79 (a greeny-blue A4 document) should then be posted to the business' VAT registration address the month after your imports.

Hope it helps?

 

[a1anm]

Perfect, will get in touch with FedEx to let them know.

Thanks.

 

[fulltrade]

Hi everyone,

I recently registered for VAT and want to get my EORI number. Do I need to fill the Application form for Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) Scheme or I can use my VAT number adding key in GB followed by the nine digit VAT number and end with a three digit 000 suffix for example GB123456789000?

 

[Kevin Hall]

As I noted on the other thread, you need to register for EORI separately.

 

[mauel.mike]

Please quick quest and need quick help i want to export sunflower oil from Uk to Croatia do i need a EORI number

 

[Kevin Hall]

Without knowing all the details (e.g. who is named as exporter, where is the exporter established, are they VAT registered, what is the value of the goods, etc.), but given you wanted a quick reply, my instinct is that your business probably would need an EORI number if it is named as the exporter. The EORI Team can be very quick in generating a number, especially if you explain the urgency and if you already have a VAT registration number.

However, not knowing the details of your transaction, it is hard to make authoritative comments. If the amounts are significant, you should contact an accountant experienced in cross-border transactions. Otherwise, HMRC and your international transporter might have enough experience to explain the basics options to you in your particular circumstances.

This might be a handy starting-point: http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channels...nt&id=HMCE_PROD1_028598&propertyType=document

Hope it helps?