How to use VAT Invoice Check
VAT Invoice Check helps you review whether an invoice appears to contain the main VAT-related fields and wording typically expected for the scenario you selected. It is a practical guidance tool for EU businesses, accountants, and invoice reviewers.
What this tool does
- checks common invoice fields usually expected for VAT purposes
- adapts checks to the selected invoice scenario
- highlights missing or potentially inconsistent items
- suggests wording prompts often used in special VAT cases
How to use it
- Select the invoice scenario.
- Mark whether each invoice field or wording element is present.
- Review the checklist result.
- Confirm the outcome with your accountant or local tax adviser if the invoice is important, unusual, or cross-border.
Typical scenarios
- domestic B2B invoice
- domestic B2C invoice
- intra-EU B2B supply
- reverse charge situations
- exempt or zero-rated cases
- credit notes or corrective invoices
What the result means
- Likely complete for this scenario: the main expected fields appear present for the chosen scenario.
- Needs additions or checks: one or more fields, references, or wording items may be missing or unclear.
- Not suitable on these answers: the invoice appears to be missing too many core elements for this scenario.
Important note
This tool provides informational guidance only. It does not replace legal, tax, or accounting advice, and it does not guarantee that an invoice is compliant in your jurisdiction.
When to get professional advice
- cross-border transactions
- mixed supplies
- exempt or special-regime transactions
- triangular operations
- self-billing
- unusual wording or local country exceptions
- disputes, audits, or penalties