What is the difference between VAT number and TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number)

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What is the difference between VAT number and TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number)


  • TIN is allocated to every Client who has registered with RSL for tax purposes. It is a unique number given to each registered Client and holds all the information regarding all the tax types that a taxpayer is registered for (including VAT).
  • VAT number however is only allocated to a taxpayer who is registered for VAT.


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