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