{"id":2558,"date":"2025-07-09T14:06:53","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T14:06:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/?p=2558"},"modified":"2025-12-17T16:38:03","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T16:38:03","slug":"how-to-get-an-eori-number","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get an EORI Number Fast: A Guide for UK Traders"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2560\" src=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Get-an-EORI-Number.webp\" alt=\"How to Get an EORI Number\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Get-an-EORI-Number.webp 1000w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Get-an-EORI-Number-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Get-an-EORI-Number-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Get-an-EORI-Number-120x80.webp 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Get your EORI Number Today for just \u00a324.99 inc VAT. <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/eori-number-application-service.php\">Place Order Now<\/a>!<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Trading goods from one border to another requires a unique identifier code to ensure your standardised classification of goods by the customs authority. In this case, if you want to trade in the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/European_Union\">European Union (EU)<\/a> and Great Britain you\u2019ll need to obtain the Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number.<\/p>\n<p>An EORI number is used by customs authorities to identify businesses involved in trading activities in the UK and the EU countries. This article will guide traders on how to get an EORI number fast, what it looks like, and why you need it as a UK trader.<\/p>\n<div class=\"takeAwayDesign\">\n<p>Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An EORI number is mandatory for trading goods between Great Britain and the EU borders.<\/li>\n<li>It speeds up customs clearance and prevents costly shipping delays.<\/li>\n<li>Easy to get online through a Government Gateway account; <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/vat-registration.php\">VAT registration<\/a> is not always required.<\/li>\n<li>Not needed for personal imports, digital-only sales, or trade with non-EU countries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Post Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1e73be;color:#1e73be\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1e73be;color:#1e73be\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#Who_needs_an_EORI_number\" >Who needs an EORI number?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#Why_do_you_need_an_EORI_number\" >Why do you need an EORI number?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#What_does_an_EORI_number_look_like\" >What does an EORI number look like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#Do_I_need_an_EORI_number\" >Do I need an EORI number?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#Which_EORI_number_should_I_obtain\" >Which EORI number should I obtain?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#Do_I_need_a_VAT_number_for_an_EORI_number\" >Do I need a VAT number for an EORI number?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#What_do_I_need_to_get_an_EORI_number\" >What do I need to get an EORI number?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#How_to_get_an_EORI_number\" >How to get an EORI number?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#Pro_Tip_Avoid_Common_EORI_Mistakes\" >Pro Tip: Avoid Common EORI Mistakes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-eori-number\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_needs_an_EORI_number\"><\/span><strong>Who needs an EORI number?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An EORI number is necessary for businesses involved in trading activities within the EU and the UK, whether <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/difference-between-a-sole-trader-and-a-limited-company-explained\/\">sole traders or limited companies<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Businesses need an EORI number if trading goods in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales), the Isle of Man and any other country (including the European Union).<\/li>\n<li>Great Britain and Northern Ireland<\/li>\n<li>Great Britain and the Channel Islands<\/li>\n<li>Northern Ireland and countries outside the EU<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Additionally, if you use freight forwarders or customs agents to help ship goods, you will need an EORI number for clearance.<\/p>\n<p>Now that we understand who needs an EORI number, let\u2019s find its importance in the next section.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/uk-virtual-office-business-address.php\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1978\" src=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Registered-Office-Address-Service.png\" alt=\"UK Virtual Office Address Service\" width=\"966\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Registered-Office-Address-Service.png 966w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Registered-Office-Address-Service-300x47.png 300w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Registered-Office-Address-Service-768x119.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 966px) 100vw, 966px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_you_need_an_EORI_number\"><\/span><b>Why do you need an EORI number?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Customs clearance: <\/b>For goods to be cleared at the border, customs authorities will <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/do-private-individuals-need-an-eori-number\/\">need an EORI number<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><b>Efficiency<\/b>: It allows for quick customs clearance of your goods within the EU, creating efficiency between the customs authorities and the traders.<\/p>\n<p><b>Ease communications<\/b>: An EORI number eases communication with customs authorities. Immediately you offer them the number, they will automatically identify your business improving information exchange.<\/p>\n<p><b>Trade compliance<\/b>: <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/what-is-an-eori-number\/\">The EORI number<\/a> helps traders comply with the EU and UK\u2019s legal trade regulations.<\/p>\n<p><b>Identification<\/b>: Customs authorities, freighters, importers and exporters need an EORI number to identify every business and individual involved in international trading within the UK and EU.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2566\" src=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-do-you-need-an-EORI-number-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Why do you need an EORI number\" width=\"1154\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-do-you-need-an-EORI-number-scaled.webp 1154w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-do-you-need-an-EORI-number-135x300.webp 135w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-do-you-need-an-EORI-number-462x1024.webp 462w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-do-you-need-an-EORI-number-768x1704.webp 768w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-do-you-need-an-EORI-number-692x1536.webp 692w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-do-you-need-an-EORI-number-923x2048.webp 923w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1154px) 100vw, 1154px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_an_EORI_number_look_like\"><\/span><b>What does an EORI number look like?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We now know who needs an EORI number and its importance, but we don\u2019t know what it looks like. An EORI number differs from country to country since they are obtained from the jurisdiction where you are trading.<\/p>\n<p>An EORI number is inclusive of a VAT number but only for businesses that have registered for it. For those not registered, the part of the VAT number will be replaced with an HMRC code.<\/p>\n<p>VAT-registered businesses trading out of Great Britain, their EORI number will include the country\u2019s prefix, VAT number and three digits at the end. (GB + 456789342 + 000).<\/p>\n<p>For businesses with no VAT number, the EORI number will be (GB + unique number).<\/p>\n<p>EU businesses trading in the UK have their EORI number, which differs from that of Great Britain. Their prefix will be XI (Northern Ireland), DE (German), and FR (French). So, for German businesses trading in the UK, their EORI number will look like (DE879523567835).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-523\" src=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/format-of-an-EORI-number.jpg\" alt=\"format of an EORI number\" width=\"928\" height=\"344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/format-of-an-EORI-number.jpg 928w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/format-of-an-EORI-number-300x111.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/format-of-an-EORI-number-768x285.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 928px) 100vw, 928px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_an_EORI_number\"><\/span><b>Do I need an EORI number?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Whether you need an EORI number or not depends on the trading activities your business is involved in. You will definitely require an EORI number if you are an economic operator within the UK and EU. You will not need an EORI number if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/selling-products-online-from-home-uk\/\">Selling digital products<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Importing and exporting goods for personal use<\/li>\n<li>If you are trading with countries outside the EU, such as the USA, Japan, China, and many more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_EORI_number_should_I_obtain\"><\/span><b>Which EORI number should I obtain?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is crucial to obtain the accurate EORI number to avoid confusion or being held up at customs. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to identify the EORI number you require: Here is how to determine which EORI number you need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Economic operators operating in Great Britain will need GB EORI number.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">The European Union has a specific number for transporting goods between its member countries that starts with XI.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_a_VAT_number_for_an_EORI_number\"><\/span><b>Do I need a VAT number for an EORI number?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1714\" src=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Who-needs-a-registered-address-UK.jpg\" alt=\"Who needs\" width=\"1000\" height=\"499\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Who-needs-a-registered-address-UK.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Who-needs-a-registered-address-UK-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Who-needs-a-registered-address-UK-768x383.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While having a VAT number helps your business reclaim VAT charged on the products you have bought from suppliers or manufacturers, you do not require it to obtain an EORI number.<\/p>\n<p>If you <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/vat-registration.php\">registered for a VAT number<\/a> before <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/eori-number-application-service.php\">obtaining an EORI number<\/a>, the VAT code will be added. Businesses with an EORI number but don\u2019t have a VAT number and whose annual taxable turnover has exceeded the threshold, will have to deregister the EORI number to get a new one with the VAT number.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_need_to_get_an_EORI_number\"><\/span><b>What do I need to get an EORI number?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR)<\/li>\n<li>Business start date<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/tools\/sic-code-lookup-uk.php\">Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/vat-registration.php\">VAT number<\/a> (if applicable)<\/li>\n<li>National Insurance number (for sole traders)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Non-UK businesses do not require a SIC code or a UTR number. The business owners can obtain the EORI number through the Government Gateway, where they will get it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_an_EORI_number\"><\/span><b>How to get an EORI number?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can obtain an EORI number within hours unless <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/hm-revenue-customs\">HMRC<\/a> has to verify your information. If applying for an EU EORI, you must apply for a GB EORI number before getting an XI EORI number.<\/p>\n<p>To obtain an EORI number, you will need;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>XI VAT number (if applicable) issued by any EU country<\/li>\n<li>Proof of your permanent business<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/eori-number-application-service.php\">obtain an EORI number<\/a>, you will need to understand the legal requirements of customs and trading in Britain and the EU. The EORI number can be obtained through a <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/how-do-i-find-my-government-gateway-user-id-and-password\/\">Government Gateway<\/a> account.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #e6f4fd; padding: 24px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 24px; border-left: 4px solid #0591d6; box-shadow: 0 4px 6px -1px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1), 0 2px 4px -1px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.06); transition: all 0.3s ease;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\">\n<div style=\"flex-shrink: 0;\">\n<div style=\"width: 32px; height: 32px; background-color: #0591d6; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center;\"><span style=\"color: white; font-weight: bold; font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;\">i<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 16px;\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #034a6b; margin-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 0;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Tip_Avoid_Common_EORI_Mistakes\"><\/span>Pro Tip: Avoid Common EORI Mistakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When applying for an EORI number, ensure your business details match exactly with HMRC records to avoid delays. You don\u2019t need to be VAT registered, and most applications are processed within a few hours. For a smoother experience, consider using a professional service to handle the process on your behalf.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>BusinAssist offers <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/eori-number-application-service.php\">EORI number registration services<\/a> with minimum documentation requirements at an affordable rate. You only get to fill in your business details on our online application form, and we will do the rest to ensure you get the EORI number.<\/p>\n<p>We also have a <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/governance-gateway.php\">Government Gateway account service<\/a>, which is used to obtain an EORI number and access several services for your business, from a business tax account, customs declaration, and VAT to Corporation Tax and many more. Once your account is created, we will send you all the login details to ensure a seamless handover process.<\/p>\n<p>With our user-friendly website, you can quickly fill out your information on our application form, and pay for services, and we will help you do the rest. The EORI number can be ready within 2-3 hours unless HMRC wants to verify some of your information, which may take 5 working days maximum.<\/p>\n<p>Once approved, we will send you your EORI number to your Email, which you can include in your invoices and other customs declaration documents. You can also check if you are registered by using an EORI number checker service.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>So, how to get an EORI number? Getting an EORI number is fast and easy. If you are not familiar with the legal regulations involved, you can use third-party services such as those of BusinAssist to ensure your business\u2019s compliance.<\/p>\n<p>If you are dealing in trading activities for commercial purposes in Great Britain and the European Union, you must <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/eori-number-application-service.php\">obtain an EORI number<\/a> for customs declarations.<\/p>\n<p>Contact us at <a href=\"mailto:info@businassist.com\">info@businassist.com<\/a> to get an EORI number.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b>Q: Does my VAT number have EORI status?<br \/>\n<\/b><strong>Ans:<\/strong> A VAT number does not have EORI status. However, an EORI number has a VAT number for businesses that have registered for it.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/do-private-individuals-need-an-eori-number\/\">Does an individual need an EORI number<\/a>?<br \/>\n<\/b><strong>Ans:<\/strong> An individual does not need an EORI number especially if they are importing goods for personal purposes. If an individual is self-employed and imports or exports goods in the UK or EU for business purposes, they will need an EORI number.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Does an EORI number expire?<br \/>\n<\/b><strong>Ans:<\/strong> An EORI number does not expire. Once allocated to a business, the number remains valid indefinitely.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Do you need an EORI number to import\u200b?<br \/>\n<\/b><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Yes, you will need an EORI number to import goods in Great Britain and the EU.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Can you have more than one EORI number\u200b?<br \/>\n<\/b><strong>Ans:<\/strong> An economic operator can only have one EORI number for customs clearance.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Can I use someone else&#8217;s EORI number?<br \/>\n<\/b><strong>Ans:<\/strong> No, you cannot use someone else\u2019s EORI number. Each economic operator involved in import and export in the EU can only use its EORI number.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Can I import goods without an EORI number\u200b?<br \/>\n<\/b><strong>Ans:<\/strong> You cannot import goods into or out of the EU and Great Britain without an EORI number.<\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Can I get an EORI number without being VAT registered?<br \/>\n<\/b><strong>Ans:<\/strong> You can obtain an EORI number without <a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/being-vat-registered-is-killing-my-business\/\">being VAT registered<\/a>. You will have to fill out the C220A form to get the EORI number.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read Also:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/businassist.com\/blog\/do-private-individuals-need-an-eori-number\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Do Private Individuals Need an EORI Number? 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