WooCommerce EU VAT Number

WooCommerce EU VAT Number

 The WooCommerce EU VAT Number plugin allows you to collect and validate EU VAT numbers at checkout, exempt businesses from paying VAT (Value Added Tax) if necessary, collect and validate user location in B2C transactions, and handle EU Tax requirements for digital goods.

Features

• Collect and validate EU VAT numbers at checkout
• Exempt businesses from paying VAT (Value Added Tax) if necessary
• Collect and validate user location in B2C transactions
• Handle EU Tax requirements for digital goods
• Validate EU VAT numbers using the official VIES service
• Option to accept VAT numbers when the remote VIES service is unavailable or overloaded
• Compatible with WooCommerce version 8.5 or higher, WordPress version 6.3 or higher, and PHP version 7.2 or higher

Settings

• VAT Number Field Label: Shown to customers at checkout
• VAT Number Field Description: Shown below the VAT field on the checkout page when the field is in focus
• Remove VAT for Businesses in Your Base Country: If enabled, businesses with a valid number in your base country will be VAT exempt
• Failed Validation Handling: Tell the plugin what to do if a VAT number fails validation
• Enable B2B Transactions: Force users to check out with a VAT Number, useful for sites that transact purely from B2B
• Tax Classes for Digital Goods: Select which of your Tax Classes is specifically for digital goods

Conclusion

The WooCommerce EU VAT Number plugin is a useful tool for merchants who need to comply with EU VAT regulations. It simplifies the process of collecting and validating EU VAT numbers, exempting businesses from paying VAT, and handling EU Tax requirements for digital goods. With its easy-to-use settings and compatibility with WooCommerce, WordPress, and PHP, it’s an ideal choice for merchants who want to ensure compliance with EU VAT laws.