You can apply for your VAT registration number online or in writing.

If you want to submit the application online:

• Call up the form "Application for the issue or re-sending of an already issued VAT identification number" in the Federal Finance Administration's Form Management System (FMS).
• Follow the instructions and submit the online application.
• You will receive your VAT ID number by post.

If you wish to submit the application in writing:

• Write a letter, e-mail or fax to the Federal Central Tax Office stating that a VAT ID number is to be issued. Your application must include your name and address, the responsible tax office and the tax number under which you are registered for VAT purposes.
• You will receive your VAT registration number by post.

You can also apply for a VAT registration number as part of the tax registration process at the relevant tax office, for example when you register a new company. To do this, tick the box in the "Questionnaire for tax registration" stating that you require a VAT ID number. In this case, the number will also be sent by post by the Federal Central Tax Office.