EORI Number in Austria

An EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) number identifies your business to customs across the EU. This page explains the Austria EORI format, how to get one from Austrian Customs (Zollamt Österreich), and lets you validate any number instantly.

Austria EORI format

An Austrian EORI starts with AT followed by the identifier assigned by Zollamt Österreich. It is a separate number from your Austrian VAT ID (the ATU number).

How to get an EORI number in Austria

1. Confirm your business is established in Austria (or has the required customs registration there).
2. Apply to Zollamt Österreich, normally through the Unternehmensserviceportal (USP), the Austrian business service portal.
3. Have your UID (ATU number), company name and registered address ready.
4. Receive your EORI number — usually within a few working days — and validate it below before your first declaration.

Official source: Austrian Customs (Zollamt Österreich).

Cost, validity and processing time

• The EORI number is free — Austrian Customs (Zollamt Österreich) does not charge for issuing it.
• It is valid EU-wide. Once any member state has issued your EORI, you do not need another one to declare goods in other EU countries.
• A business established outside the EU registers in the member state where it first lodges a customs declaration or appoints a representative — not necessarily Austria.
• Processing normally takes a few working days, though incomplete applications are the most common cause of delay.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Austrian EORI the same as the ATU number?

No. The UID (ATU number) identifies you for VAT; the EORI identifies you to customs. You need both if you trade goods outside the EU, and the EORI is assigned separately by Zollamt Österreich.

How do I apply for an EORI number in Austria?

Through the Unternehmensserviceportal (usp.gv.at), where the EORI registration of the Austrian customs administration is available to registered businesses.

Do I need an EORI number to import into Austria?

Yes. Any business lodging a customs declaration in Austria — importing or exporting goods — needs a valid EORI number registered with the customs authority.

Where do I register for an EORI number in Austria?

EORI numbers for Austria are issued by Austrian Customs (Zollamt Österreich). You apply through their online customs registration service.

How do I check if an EORI number is valid?

Use the free EORI checker on this page. It validates the number in real time against the official European Commission EORI service and returns the registered trader where publicly consented.

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This page provides general guidance only — it is not legal or customs advice and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm EORI requirements and validate any EORI number with the official European Commission EORI service and the relevant national customs authority before relying on them.