EU VAT Information | Something Different Wholesale

EU VAT Rules

We make VAT simple for EU customers. Your VAT rate is calculated automatically at checkout using your delivery destination and VAT registration details. Use our quick checker below to see which rule applies to your order.

Not VAT registered? You can still shop with us! We welcome sole traders and registered companies of all sizes buying for resale.

Delivery to EU Countries Outside the Netherlands

VAT for EU deliveries outside the Netherlands
Your VAT registration	VAT rate	VAT treatment
Not VAT registered in the EU	21%	VAT charged
VAT registered in an EU country, including the Netherlands	0%	VAT-exempt intra-community transfer

The VAT-exempt intra-community transfer shown above is covered by Article 138(2)(c) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC.

Delivery to the Netherlands

VAT for deliveries to the Netherlands
Your VAT registration	VAT rate	VAT treatment
Not VAT registered in the EU	21%	VAT charged
VAT registered in the Netherlands	0%	Reverse charge
VAT registered in another EU country	0%	VAT treatment confirmed at checkout

Your applicable VAT is calculated at checkout using the information you provide.

Need Help With VAT on EU Orders?

For questions about your VAT registration details or the VAT shown on your order, contact our team.

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How do I know which VAT rate applies to my order?

Something Different Wholesale automatically calculates your VAT at checkout using your delivery destination and VAT registration details. The applicable VAT is then shown on your invoice. Check the tables above for an overview before ordering, and ensure your business details are correct.

Can I buy from Something Different Wholesale without a VAT number?

Yes. You don’t need to be VAT registered to buy from us as a trade customer. We welcome sole traders and registered companies purchasing stock for resale. Your order will include the applicable VAT, calculated automatically at checkout.

Do I need to complete any paperwork for my EU order?

We handle the order and customs paperwork for you. Simply provide accurate business and delivery details, along with your VAT number if you’re registered. We’ll use this information to prepare your shipment and apply the appropriate VAT treatment.

Does my delivery country affect the VAT on my order?

Yes. Your delivery destination and VAT registration details determine the VAT treatment. Deliveries to the Netherlands have separate rules from deliveries to other EU countries. If your delivery country differs from the country where your business is VAT registered, check the relevant table above before ordering.

Is VAT the same as customs duties on EU orders?

No. VAT and customs duties are separate charges. For eligible EU destinations, Something Different Wholesale ships Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), covering customs duties and clearance charges. VAT is handled separately according to your delivery destination and VAT registration details. Duty Paid delivery does not automatically mean your order is VAT-free.