EU VAT Number for WooCommerce

EU VAT Number for WooCommerce

EU VAT Number for WooCommerce is a WordPress plugin that helps EU-based businesses comply with VAT regulations by validating VAT numbers, applying tax exemptions for B2B sales, and generating VAT-compliant invoices. It simplifies tax handling for cross-border transactions within the European Union.

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Key Features of EU VAT Number for WooCommerce 1. VAT Number Validation

• Real-Time EU VAT Check – Verifies VAT numbers via the VIES (EU’s official validation system).
• Auto-Save Validated Numbers – Stores verified VAT numbers for future orders.

2. Tax Exemption Rules

• B2B Tax Removal – Automatically removes VAT for valid EU business customers.
• Country-Specific Logic – Applies correct rules for intra-EU vs. domestic sales.

3. Invoice & Compliance Tools

• VAT Number on Invoices – Displays customer’s VAT ID for legal proof.
• IP-Based Tax Toggle – Suggests VAT based on customer’s location.

4. Advanced Settings

• Whitelist Countries – Exempt non-EU regions (e.g., Switzerland).
• Force VAT Validation – Block checkout until VAT number is validated.

5. Reporting

• Export VAT Data – CSV reports for accounting (customer VAT IDs, exempt sales).

6. Compatibility

• WooCommerce Tax Classes – Works with custom tax rates.
• Multilingual Sites – Supports WPML/Polylang.

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Why Use This Plugin? ✅ Avoid Legal Risks – Comply with EU VAT laws (e.g., Directive 2006/112/EC). ✅ Reduce Admin Work – Auto-validation eliminates manual checks. ✅ Improve B2B Sales – Streamline tax-free purchases for businesses. Best for:

• EU stores selling digital/physical goods.
• Businesses with B2B customers in Europe.
• Accountants needing audit-ready VAT records.