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VAT Reverse Charge Checker

Quick guidance for EU cross-border invoices: see whether reverse charge VAT is likely to apply and copy invoice text. Informational only.

Informational only

This tool covers a narrow MVP (EU cross-border B2B services reverse charge). Always verify official guidance for your supply.

  • Rules vary by country, product/service type, and customer status.
  • This is not tax or legal advice.

Inputs

Select countries, customer type, and what you sell.

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Customer type

What are you selling?

Optional: validate your buyer’s VAT ID to keep evidence for B2B status.

Validate a VAT number →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tax or legal advice?

No. This tool is informational only and is not tax or legal advice. VAT rules vary by country and supply type.

When does reverse charge VAT apply in the EU?

Reverse charge is commonly used for certain EU cross-border B2B supplies (including many services), where the customer accounts for VAT. Always verify the place-of-supply rules and invoice requirements for your service.

Do I need my customer’s VAT ID?

Often, you need evidence that the customer is a taxable person (business). A VAT ID check (e.g., via VIES) can be part of that evidence, depending on local rules.

Does this tool handle goods or digital services?

This MVP focuses on the clear EU B2B services case. For goods and digital services (especially B2C), rules can differ — the tool will show “needs review” and link to official guidance.

Is my data private?

Your selections are calculated in your browser and saved locally on your device. If you validate a VAT ID, it is sent to the official VIES service for validation.

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