VAT Agent (VAT No. only)

Does your business fall into one or more of the following categories?

  • Your import volumes are relatively small, and you are able to pay import VAT upfront and reclaim it later

  • You carry out purchases or B2C sales within the EU and therefore are not eligible for the LFR regime

  • You wish to keep compliance requirements simple and prefer not to provide any security

If so, the VAT Agent solution may be the right fit for your business.

As your VAT Agent in the Netherlands, we assist you with the registration of a Dutch VAT number. Once registered, your company can legally carry out a wide range of activities in the Netherlands, including but not limited to:

  • Importing goods into the Netherlands

  • Sales (both B2B and B2C) within the EU

  • Purchases within the EU

  • Transferring inventory from other EU Member States to the Netherlands

  • Exporting goods

Unlike General Fiscal Representation (GFR), the VAT Agent model does not involve applying for a GFR license or the Article 23 import VAT deferment. As a result, import VAT must be paid to Dutch Customs at the time of import. This VAT can then be reclaimed through the subsequent VAT return, which we file on your behalf with the Dutch Tax Authorities.

With its clear structure and low entry threshold, the VAT Agent model is particularly suitable for businesses with modest import volumes that are seeking a flexible and compliant entry into the EU market.

Other solutions

Looking to import goods without paying any import VAT upfront?

If your business involves

  • Imports and supplies

  • purchases within the EU

  • stock transfer from other EU member states to the Netherlands

  • Intra-EU B2C sales

  • long-term storage in the Netherlands

Discover our GFR solution — it might be the right fit for you.

If your business involves

  • Imports and supplies only

  • No storage or short-term storage in the Netherlands

Discover our LFR solution — it might be the right fit for you.

Interested in learning more?

Get in touch with us or tell us more about your business in the Netherlands to receive a tailored fiscal proposal.