EORI Number in Spain

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

Spain EORI format

A Spanish EORI is ES followed by the company's NIF.

How to get an EORI number in Spain

1. Confirm your business is established in Spain (or has the required customs registration there).
2. Apply through the AEAT sede electrónica (electronic office) — for most Spanish businesses the EORI is the NIF with the ES prefix, activated on request.
3. Have your NIF/CIF, 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: Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT).

Cost, validity and processing time

• The EORI number is free — Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT) 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 Spain.
• Processing normally takes a few working days, though incomplete applications are the most common cause of delay.

Frequently asked questions

Is a Spanish EORI the NIF?

Yes — the Spanish EORI is ES followed by the NIF/CIF of the business.

Do I need an EORI number to import into Spain?

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

Where do I register for an EORI number in Spain?

EORI numbers for Spain are issued by Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT). 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This page provides general guidance only — it is not legal or customs advice and may be incomplete or out of date.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.