EORI Number in Malta

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

Malta EORI format

A Maltese EORI is MT followed by the company's VAT number.

How to get an EORI number in Malta

1. Confirm your business is established in Malta (or has the required customs registration there).
2. Apply to the Customs Department with their EORI registration form.
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: Maltese Customs Department.

Cost, validity and processing time

• The EORI number is free — Maltese Customs Department 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 Malta.
• Processing normally takes a few working days, though incomplete applications are the most common cause of delay.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an EORI number to import into Malta?

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

Where do I register for an EORI number in Malta?

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This page provides general guidance only — it is not legal or customs advice and may be incomplete or out of date.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