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

 

Article created by the Trade Hub Team: July 2025