Introduction to UK EORI Number
An EORI (Economic Operators’ Registration and Identification) number is used in all customs procedures for an individual or a business entity that is registered in the UK or the goods move to or from European Union countries.
An EORI number guarantees a smooth and efficient process of exchanging information with UK customs authorities and other countries as following:
(1) between Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) or the Isle of Man and any other country (including the EU)
(2) between Great Britain and Northern Ireland
(3) between Great Britain and the Channel Islands
(4) between Northern Ireland and countries outside the EU
As of 1st January 2021, when UK left the European Union, a universal European EORI number is not valid for the UK. Businesses need a UK EORI number starting with GB, usually. An EORI number is made up of a country code, to show where the organisation or individual is registered, and a unique code or number. The EU EORI (European Exchange Number) ensures information exchange with UK Customs and other countries. An EU EORI number consists of a country code (indicating the organization or individual's place of registration) and numbers. The format of an UK EORI number is as follows:
(1) VAT registered businesses: GB + VAT number + 000
(2) Non-VAT registered businesses: GB + number issued by HMRC
It is advised to register for EORI as soon as you are considering growing your business internationally. You must have registered EORI number before the goods leaving or arriving in the UK custom. If you don’t have an EORI number, then you cannot import or export good in and out the UK legally. This is because the number is used for customs declarations of all goods entering or exiting the UK. Without a number, you could face increased costs and delays.
If a company is part of a larger holding group, the application must be processed by the parent company, not the company as a subsidiary. You do not need an EORI number if you are moving goods for personal use only.
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Service Fee for EORI Number Application
Our fee for handling the application for EORI (Economic Operators’ Registration and Identification) number in UK is GBP300. In particular, our fees include the following services:
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Answer clients' questions regarding UK EU tax number registration;
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Assist in filling out the registration form and relevant documents;
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Follow up immediately if HMRC needs more information.
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Notes:
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Our fee quoted above does not cover courier charge (if any).
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Our fee quoted above does not cover any import/export customs registration and VAT taxpayer registration, which may be required upon request.
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Time Frame for apply of EORI Number in UK
Under normal circumstances, the whole process for applying of EORI in UK takes around 3 to 4 working days, to complete unless an investigation or further information is required by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
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Materials Require for Application
In order to application of EORI in UK, client will need to deliver to us the following materials:
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Copy of Certificate of Incorporation issued by Companies House (electronic file), if applying under the name of a UK company;
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Copy of the Articles of Association, if applying under the name of a UK company;
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Unique Taxpayer Reference Number (UTR) from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) , if applying under the name of a UK company;
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If the Company are VAT registered, VAT number and effective date of registration;
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Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code;
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Business start date;
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If applicant is an individual or a sole trader, please provide the National Insurance number (if any)
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The copies of the passport and address proof issued within 3 months of directors (For example, utility bill, telephone bill or bank statement) of applicant.
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Acceptable address proof can be a utility bill or bank statement. Information of director/shareholder (full name and full address), document type, document issuing date and name of issuing authority must be clearly stated. If the document is not written in English, you are required to provide an English translation document for reference and as supporting.
The identification documents and address proof of shareholders and directors are subject to certify by Kaizen’s staff, notary offices, attorneys, accountants, or bank managers. You may visit any of our branches to complete the verification if needed.
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Time of Billing and Payment Methods
Upon receipt of your confirmation of engagement, we will issue an invoice and email it together with the detailed wire instructions to you for your settlement. When you are initiating a transfer/wire, please mark our invoice or account number in the message section of the remittance receipt and email a copy of the same to us for our records. Because of the nature of services, we require full payment in advance. In addition, once service is commenced, no service fees will be refunded.
We currently only accept check, cash or TT and credit card payment through PayPal. If invoice is settled by PayPal, an extra 5% service fee will be charged.
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Subsequent Changes
The applicant or company must contact the local authorities in the following situations:
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Update your company details, such as the company registered name, address or VAT number;
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Register for VAT for the first time;
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Stop using EORI number;
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Remove company details from public EORI database.
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The above quotations are for preliminary reference only and do not constitute final transaction terms. All service fees shall be based on the actual quotation provided by our company for each individual case. We reserve the right to adjust pricing at any time without prior notice.
If you wish to obtain more information or assistance, please visit the official website of Kaizen CPA Limited at www.kaizencpa.com or contact us through the following and talk to our professionals:
Email: info@kaizencpa.com
Tel: +852 2341 1444
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