VAT Registration

Moses_A New member

Member since 25 April 2017

Moses_ANew member09 May 2017 18:58:42

I am currently working for a client in Munich but registered for VAT in UK. I reside in UK but i am in Germany during the week. Does anyone know process for registering for VAT here in Germany for someone that is not a residence of Germany?

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beppi Germany/Singapore Expert

Member since 08 August 2010

Germany & Singapore Expert

beppiGermany/Singapore Expert09 May 2017 20:11:50

15603

I believe only a business registered in Germany can get a VAT (MWSt) number here.
But please ask a tax consultant for confirmation.

Moses_A New member

Member since 25 April 2017

Moses_ANew member09 May 2017 20:56:59

Thanks Beppi

Ty44 Guest

Ty44Guest30 May 2017 12:47:49

I purchase VAT forms at the local US military installation. Certain stores on the local economy will accept these forms and will then issue a refund for VAT paid at purchase. May I please ask if there is another process?

kongfang76937 New member

Member since 31 May 2021

kongfang76937New member31 May 2021 07:04:35

Hello, can you register for German vat?

beppi Germany/Singapore Expert

Member since 08 August 2010

Germany & Singapore Expert

beppiGermany/Singapore Expert31 May 2021 07:15:42

15603

Kongfang: After registering your business, you have to apply for a MWSt (= VAT/GST) number at your local Finanzamt (tax authority).

kongfang76937 New member

Member since 31 May 2021

kongfang76937New member31 May 2021 07:18:25

Can you help me, I am an Irish company

beppi Germany/Singapore Expert

Member since 08 August 2010

Germany & Singapore Expert

beppiGermany/Singapore Expert31 May 2021 07:25:53

15603

Sorry, I cannot help with the actual formalities - only you yourself are allowed to do that - or to engage a consultant for this with a power of attorney (and for a fee, of course).