EORI Number in Ireland

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

Ireland EORI format

An Irish EORI is IE followed by the company's VAT number — Revenue aligns the two on registration.

How to get an EORI number in Ireland

1. Confirm your business is established in Ireland (or has the required customs registration there).
2. Register through Revenue's Online Service (ROS) using the EORI registration option — for VAT-registered businesses it is typically immediate.
3. Have your VAT 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: Irish Revenue.

Cost, validity and processing time

• The EORI number is free — Irish Revenue 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 Ireland.
• Processing normally takes a few working days, though incomplete applications are the most common cause of delay.

Frequently asked questions

Is an Irish EORI linked to my VAT number?

Yes — Revenue automatically links an EORI to your Irish VAT registration when you register through ROS.

Do I need an EORI number to import into Ireland?

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

Where do I register for an EORI number in Ireland?

EORI numbers for Ireland are issued by Irish Revenue. 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This page provides general guidance only — it is not legal or customs advice and may be incomplete or out of date.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.