VAT identification number is not required for reverse charge procedure in accordance with Section 13b UStG
Recipient must be sufficiently identifiable for verification of identity and entrepreneurial status
§ Section 13b UStG does not require the service recipient to have or use a VAT identification number
Source: datenbank.nwb.de
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