As a non-EU registered business a Value Added Tax (VAT) number is required prior to shipping your goods to the UK/EU! I have an EIN so why do I need a VAT or EORI number? Have you ever asked that question? As a business entity you have an Employer Identification Number (EIN) which is great in the US, but if you’re expanding your online business to the UK and EU, and shipping to the UK for fulfilment,