Only customers in Northern Ireland need to provide us with an EORI number.
If your order is being delivered to an EU country, you do not need to provide Something Different Wholesale with an EORI number.
An EORI number is an Economic Operators Registration and Identification number used for customs purposes.
If your order is being delivered to Northern Ireland
You will need to provide us with your EORI number.
If you do not already have the EORI number you need:
- Check the current EORI guidance on GOV.UK.
- Follow the government instructions to apply if required.
- Provide your EORI number to Something Different Wholesale for your order.
The EORI requirement in this article relates specifically to the information Something Different Wholesale needs from you to process and ship your order.
EU businesses may still need their own EORI number for other importing, exporting or customs activities. This does not mean that EU businesses never need an EORI number.
Customers in Northern Ireland should check the latest GOV.UK guidance if they are unsure which EORI number they need.
FAQs
Do EU customers need an EORI number to order from Something Different Wholesale?
You do not need to provide us with an EORI number if your order is being delivered to an EU country.
Do customers in Northern Ireland need an EORI number?
Yes. Customers in Northern Ireland need to provide us with an EORI number.
What is an EORI number?
EORI stands for Economic Operators Registration and Identification. It is a unique number used by businesses and customs authorities for certain customs processes.
Where can I get an EORI number?
If you are in Northern Ireland and need an EORI number, check the latest GOV.UK EORI guidance for information about applying.
I am an EU business. Does this mean I never need an EORI number?
No. This article only explains whether you need to provide an EORI number to Something Different Wholesale when placing an order.
You may still need an EORI number for other customs or international trade activities.
Why don't EU customers need to provide an EORI number?
EU customers do not need to provide us with an EORI number under our current EU order and shipping process.
For more information, see our article on Ordering from the EU: Customs, Duties and DDP Delivery.
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