Can I place a VAT-free order as a business or foreign customer?

Yes, in certain cases you can order VAT-free. This depends on your situation:

As a business within the EU: If you are a business with a valid VAT number in an EU country other than the Netherlands, you may be able to order VAT-free through the reverse charge mechanism (intracommunity transaction). To do this, you must:

• Provide a valid VAT number during checkout
• Your VAT number will be automatically verified
• If the number is valid, no VAT will be charged
• You are responsible for declaring the VAT in your own country

Note that some foundations also have a VAT number but do not qualify for an intracommunity transaction. In that case, the order will be processed including VAT.

As an individual within the EU: Individuals within the EU always pay VAT, regardless of the country of delivery.

As a customer from the United Kingdom: For orders under £135, the customer pays VAT to Celtic WebMerchant. For orders over £135, the customer pays VAT to the carrier. It is not possible for UK businesses to order VAT-free.

As a customer outside the EU: For orders to countries outside the European Union, no EU VAT is charged. Note:

• You may still incur import duties and VAT in your own country
• These costs are your responsibility
• Check your country's import regulations

How do I provide my VAT number? 
There is a special input field for this in the shopping cart.