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BR-BE-02:Belgian VAT number recommended

Belgian invoices should include the BTW/TVA number in format BE + 10 digits.

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Why This Error Matters

VAT number is required for intra-EU B2B invoicing and VAT reporting.

How to Fix It

1

Get BTW number

Format: BE + 0 + 9 digits (10 digits total)

2

Include leading zero

First digit after BE is always 0

3

Add to invoice

Place in PartyTaxScheme section

Code Example

<cac:PartyTaxScheme>
  <cbc:CompanyID>BE0123456789</cbc:CompanyID>
  <cac:TaxScheme>
    <cbc:ID>VAT</cbc:ID>
  </cac:TaxScheme>
</cac:PartyTaxScheme>

Technical Details

XPath: /Invoice/cac:AccountingSupplierParty/cac:Party/cac:PartyTaxScheme/cbc:CompanyID

Common Causes

  • Missing leading zero
  • Using enterprise number only
  • Wrong format

Commonly Seen In

Exact OnlineOctopusBillitYuki

Frequently Asked Questions

Belgian invoices should include the BTW/TVA number in format BE + 10 digits.
Add Belgian VAT number with BE prefix. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
BR-BE-02 is a warning that may not always cause rejection, but it indicates a potential compliance issue that should be addressed to ensure full compatibility.
Many instances of BR-BE-02 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including belgian vat number recommended.
BR-BE-02 is commonly seen in exports from Exact Online, Octopus, Billit, Yuki. These software packages sometimes generate invoices that need adjustment to meet full compliance standards.

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BR-BE-01

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Last updated: 18 January 2026

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