EU EORI and VAT Number Registration for Non-EU Companies
What Is an EU EORI Number?
An EU EORI number is the ID that EU customs systems use to recognise your business. Every import declaration, every export, every ICS2 filing – they all key off it. Without a valid EU EORI number, customs declarations cannot be processed, and the shipments might face delays or even be prevented from moving. It’s issued by a single member state and, once you have it, it’s valid across all 27 member states. RENSAT registers a French EORI for non-EU businesses, usually within 1–5 working days.
Ensure smooth customs clearance and stay compliant with EU import and export regulations with expert support.
Who Needs an EU EORI?
Business Type | Why an EU EORI Is Required |
|---|---|
Non-EU / EU companies importing into the EU | Required to submit import declarations and comply with EU customs entry procedures |
Exporters shipping goods from the EU | Needed to complete export formalities and comply with EU customs exit procedures |
Freight forwarders, logistics providers and carriers | Mandatory for ICS2 ENS filings. A haulier’s EU EORI is specifically required for road freight ICS2 submissions |
The non-EU hauliers fall victim to this regulation quite frequently. Even if everything is correctly registered on the importer side, the ICS2 submissions will still be impossible to make without having an official EU EORI registration on the side of the company.
RENSAT will take care of obtaining a French EORI number for your transport company to use and will check its validity before you proceed with any movement. Contact us now to receive the necessary registrations to facilitate your movement within the EU. Contact us today to get started.
French VAT Registration Services in France
A French VAT number is a separate thing from your EORI, and you may need both. If you import into France, hold stock there, sell through an EU fulfilment center, or run goods through France into Germany, the Netherlands or Spain, France can have a claim on the VAT – even when the activity happens elsewhere in the EU. Non-EU companies can register, provided the paperwork stacks up. We handle that.
French Fiscal Representation
Non-EU businesses trading in France are often required to appoint a fiscal representative established in France. The fiscal representative acts on behalf of the company in relation to VAT compliance and communication with the French tax authorities.
When is French VAT Registration Required?
Businesses operating in France or EU may need a French VAT number for activities such as:
- Importing goods into France from outside the European Union
- Moving goods through France into other EU member states
- Selling through Amazon fulfilment or distribution centres within the EU
- Conducting commercial operations, exhibitions, or services within the EU
Both EU and non-EU companies can have VAT obligations in France depending on the nature of their activities. You can apply for France VAT number even if your operations are carried out in other parts of the EU for e.g. Netherlands, Germany or Spain. VAT reconciliation will still take in France.
Acquiring French VAT registration, will ease conducting business throughout in the EU.
Why Register Your EU EORI or VAT?
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Complying Fully with VAT in France
RENSAT helps businesses meet French VAT obligations correctly and efficiently, reducing the risk of delays, penalties, audits, and compliance issues. -
Trade Smoothly Across France & the EU
French VAT registration facilitates smoother trading for your company by aiding in imports, logistics, distribution, and sales processes within France and the EU. -
Recover Eligible French VAT Costs
Registered businesses can possibly reclaim eligible French VAT on imports, logistics, transport and other business-related expenses, helping improve overall cash flow. -
Single Point of Contact
With offices in both the UK and France, RENSAT manages the full process on your behalf from registration through to ongoing VAT support and customs coordination.
Get Your EU EORI Number Quickly and Hassle-Free
FAQs
See our most commonly asked questions below. Can’t find what you need? Get in touch with our team today.
Who can apply for an EU EORI number?
Non-EU businesses, exporters, hauliers and customs representatives – anyone moving goods into or out of the EU.
Do I need an EU EORI to import goods into the EU?
- Importer → yes, for clearance and import procedures.
- Haulier / carrier – yes, to file ICS2 (ENS).
- Customs representative → often yes, when acting for a client.
Can one EU EORI be used across all EU countries?
Yes. One EU-issued EORI is valid across all EU member states.
How long does it take to get an EU EORI?
Usually 1–5 working days with RENSAT running it.