Why do you need an EORI number?

  • Marco van Hagen
  • 3 February 2026
  • 1 min
  • Managing and growing
  • International

You use an EORI number when communicating with the Customs Administration of the Netherlands. It is a unique number consisting of 9 digits and 2 letters. For example: NL123456789. It is meant for legal structures such as an eenmanszaak, VOF or BV.

In this video, KVK presenters Max and Lisanne explain in 1 minute why you need an EORI number, how it works, and where you can go for help. 

What you will learn:

  • Why you need an EORI number.
  • How to compile the number.
  • What to do if you have an eenmanszaak without a Legal Entities and Partnerships Identification Number (RSIN).

Want to know more? Read an explanation of EORI numbers.