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      How to Register for Irish VAT

      Learn how to register for Irish VAT in 6 clear steps. Includes thresholds, forms (TR1, TR2, TR(FT)), ROS application, business details, and filing requirements.

      Step 1

      Determine if you exceed thresholds (resident) or are non-established (must register). Please see below link for Irish VAT thresholds - Thresholds for Irish VAT

      Step 2

      Select form TR1 (individual) or TR2 (company); non-residents use TRx(FT)

      · Form TR1: for individuals, sole traders, partnerships, trusts Form

      · TR2: for limited companies

      · Non-residents use TR1(FT) or TR2(FT) and submit by post

      Step 3

      Apply via ROS (resident) or postal form (non-resident)

      Step 4

      Provide business details, turnover, bank info, trade evidence

      Step 5

      Expect processing time; effective date from start of taxable period

      Step 6

      File returns, keep records, comply with penalties

      Further Information 

      Watch this clip to hear from an InterTradeIreland expert on "How to register for Irish VAT. View the full webinar here.

       

      Revenue.IE - How do you register for VAT

       

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      Article created by the Trade Hub Team: July 2025