In this article you will learn the differences between the tax number and the VAT ID!
There are two numbers that are important for you as a self-employed person on yoummday. The tax number and the VAT number (or VAT ID).
Explanation of the different numbers
Tax number
The tax number is issued by the relevant tax office.
You will find it on your tax assessment notice if you have already filed a tax return, but you can also ask for it at the tax office.
Turnover tax identification number / VAT ID
The VAT ID number is used to identify companies in the EU.
The VAT ID consists of a country code followed by up to twelve digits.
In Germany, it can be applied for in addition to the tax number, either directly when applying for the tax number or subsequently online at the Federal Central Tax Office.
In other EU member states, the application procedure may vary and a separate registration of the tax number may be necessary.
For entrepreneurs from third countries (non-EU) the number is not relevant.
Your tax advisor can advise you in detail on this topic!