VAT Registration & Filing
Confidently manage Irish and EU VAT with full-service registration, reporting, and compliance.
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a core tax for companies operating in Ireland and across the EU. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling internationally, VAT registration and compliance are essential to ensure legal certainty, tax efficiency, and business reputation.
When is VAT registration required?
You are legally required to register for VAT in Ireland if:
Your turnover exceeds the Irish VAT threshold: €42,500 for services or €85,000 for goods.
You trade cross-border within the EU (B2B or B2C).
You import or export goods or services.
You sell through online marketplaces (e.g. Amazon, eBay).
In addition to Irish VAT registration, we offer EU-wide VAT registration services, including OSS/IOSS for eCommerce businesses and foreign VAT numbers for companies using warehouses or fulfilment in other jurisdictions.
What’s included in our VAT services?
- Preparation and submission of VAT registration forms (TR1/TR2).
- Registration with Revenue Online System (ROS) and obtaining your Irish VAT number.
- Support with One-Stop Shop (OSS/IOSS) for pan-European eCommerce.
- Advice on VAT obligations in other EU member states and international trading models.
To successfully register for VAT, especially as a newly established or non-resident company, Revenue may require detailed proof of business activity.
Management and Daily Business Operations in Ireland are very important for successful VAT registration (local director and employees):
- Supplier and customer contracts or invoices;
- Lease agreements or proof of business premises;
- Business plans, service agreements, and website content;
- Marketing materials, logistics documentation, and bank statements.
A clear and well-organised VAT registration file significantly improves the chances of approval — we ensure it’s done right the first time.
Most businesses in Ireland are required to file VAT returns every two months (bi-monthly) — this is the default filing frequency.
Monthly VAT returns are only required in exceptional cases, such as when a business regularly reclaims significant VAT refunds or qualifies as a large taxpayer.
Quarterly, half-yearly, or even annual returns may be available upon request, subject to Revenue’s approval, and are typically granted to smaller businesses with low turnover or those with a strong compliance history.
We manage the entire VAT reporting cycle on your behalf, including:
- Preparation and submission of VAT 3 returns via ROS.
- Annual Return of Trading Details (RTD), summarising all VATable transactions.
- Full reconciliation of revenue, purchases, and VAT liabilities.
- Monitoring of filing deadlines and submission reminders.
- Expert advice on reclaimable VAT and correct VAT rate application.
You’ll never miss a deadline — and we’ll ensure your VAT returns are accurate, audit-ready, and fully compliant.
VAT compliance is not just about filing — it’s about strategy. We offer:
- Real-time alerts on Irish and EU VAT law changes;
- Support during Revenue audits or inspections;
- Analysis of complex VAT cases (international supply chains, digital services, etc.);
- Input-output VAT validation;
- Advice on group structures and cross-border efficiency.
Ongoing VAT compliance & advisory
VAT compliance is not just about filing — it’s about strategy. We offer:
Real-time alerts on Irish and EU VAT law changes;
Support during Revenue audits or inspections;
Analysis of complex VAT cases
international supply chains, digital services, etc.)
Advice on group structures and cross-border efficiency.
Why choose Chern & Co?
Regulated & Licensed Provider
We’re a licensed Trust and Company Service Provider (TCSP), regulated by the Department of Justice of Ireland and listed on the AMLCU register. Our VAT services meet the highest standards of transparency, ethics, and compliance.
Multi-jurisdictional Expertise
We work with clients across the UK, the US, Asia, and the EU. Whether you’re running a small startup or managing a growing multinational structure, we have the expertise to support your needs.
Multilingual Support
We speak your language – literally and legally. Our consultants assist clients in English, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, Chinese, and Spanish.
Strategic, not just operational
Our service goes beyond form filling. We understand the tax implications of your business model and offer structural advice to reduce risk and increase efficiency.
Common scenarios we help with:
You’re launching your Irish company and unsure if you need to register for VAT.
You’ve been rejected by Revenue due to insufficient evidence.
You’re scaling across the EU and want consistent VAT compliance.
You’re planning to expand to new jurisdictions and need VAT advice in advance.
