VAT-Exempt Purchases for EU Business Customers
Companies based in the European Union (excluding Germany) that hold a valid EU VAT number are eligible to purchase goods at net prices, provided they comply with all applicable legal requirements.
"By holding and using a valid EU VAT number, the so-called destination principle of EU taxation applies. According to this rule, in intra-community trade, the buyer is responsible for paying the tax in their own country."
Please note that simply having a VAT number issued by an EU country does not automatically mean it is an EU VAT number. Therefore, we kindly ask you to verify it via the VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) system.
EU VAT numbers must be obtained from the respective national tax authority. The application is free of charge; for details, please consult your accountant.
The first step is to confirm the validity of the EU VAT number. Only then can VAT-exempt invoicing be applied.
Check your EU VAT number in the VIES system.
We do not accept VAT numbers that appear as valid in the VIES system but are incomplete or missing required company details. Please, ensure all necessary information is correctly registered in the VIES system.
Another key condition for VAT-free purchases is that delivery to the buyer’s registered business address (head office or branch) must be verifiable by a third party (courier or freight forwarder).
To comply with legal regulations, personal collection is not permitted – only delivery by courier is possible.
To ensure smooth processing, please provide your complete and accurate company details at registration, and make sure the shipping address matches your registered business location.
