Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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VAT Registration

IOSS Registration

Why do I need a VAT number?

Businesses who provide goods or services in a foreign jurisdiction with a VAT regime must comply with the relevant VAT laws of that country. There are several cases where it will be a legal obligation for a company to register for VAT in the country because they are undertaking taxable business activity. Such activity includes:

  • Importing goods into the country for sale or distribution
  • Buying and selling goods locally
  • Selling goods to individuals over the internet (revenue thresholds may apply) Storing goods in a warehouse
  • Organising an event in the country (specifically if there is paid admission to the event)
  • It is the company’s responsibility to register for VAT prior to commencing taxable transactions and once registered, one must comply with the compliance and reporting requirements.

Do I need VAT number if I am using FBA services?

When is my VAT number issued?

What do I need to know about the VIES activation process in Spain?

What documents do I need to have with me while filing the registration/questionnaire?

How long does the registration process take?

What does 'Notarisation' mean and what is a 'Hague Apostille'?

Where can I get my documents notarized?

Where can I get my documents apostilled?

You are asking for original documents--will I have these returned after the registration is completed?

What is an EORI number?

How many EORI numbers do I need?

Which country's EORI number is the best to have?

What happens if I provide wrong information to KPMG when registering?

Can KPMG support me if I want to register in the USA, Canada, India, China, Mexico, Australia or Japan?

Why do I need a fiscal representative?

What is Form 6166? What is it for and how can I apply?

What is a company's Articles of Association and why do I need to provide it?

What is the Company Extract in the US?

Where can I obtain my company's VAT Certificate in the US?

Who is the legal representative of my company?

Can I use a driver's license as a valid form of ID?

Why do I need to provide a bank certificate and my bank details?

Where can I obtain a company extract for an UK established company?

Where can I obtain the VAT certificate of my UK established company?

What is the Company Extract for an UK established sole trader?

I wish to register for VAT in France. What company documents should I put together, in what format and what quantities?

Is there anything I should be aware of regarding my bank account if I want to register for VAT in France?

I wish to register for VAT in the UK. What company documents should I put together, in what format and what quantities?

I wish to register for VAT in Germany. What company documents should I put together, in what format and what quantities?

I wish to register for VAT in Poland. What company documents should I put together, in what format and what quantities?

I wish to register for VAT in the Czech Republic. What company documents should I put together, in what format and what quantities?

I wish to register for VAT in Italy. What company documents should I put together, in what format and what quantities?

I wish to register for VAT in Spain. What company documents should I put together, in what format and what quantities?

What is the Certificate of Foreigner’s Identification Number (NIE) in Spain?

What happens if I provide wrong documents to KPMG for the VAT registration?

Who is the beneficial owner?

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