Understanding VAT Registration Thresholds in the European Union: A Comprehensive Guide

VAT registration threshold is the income amount above which a business must register for VAT
It exists to reduce administrative burden for small businesses and help tax authorities focus on larger businesses
VAT registration thresholds vary by country based on local economic environments and cultural backgrounds
Businesses are assigned a VAT number after registration, which can be verified through the European Commission’s VAT Information Exchange System
Some countries have VAT exemption for businesses under a certain income amount instead of a VAT registration threshold
VAT registration thresholds for EU countries and some non-EU countries are listed in the table
Some countries have different VAT registration thresholds for different industries or activities
Distance sales have specific VAT rules for e-commerce companies and marketplaces doing cross-border business in the EU

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.