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`BR-G-07`:Export requires reason

VAT category G must have exemption reason.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected. Export outside EU (category G) transactions require complete zero-rate VAT breakdown with exemption justification. Missing elements prevent customs and tax verification of export treatment.

How to Fix It

Add reason

Use VATEX-EU-G code

Or add text

"Export outside EU"

Technical Details

XPath: /Invoice/cac:TaxTotal/cac:TaxSubtotal[cac:TaxCategory/cbc:ID="G"]/cac:TaxCategory

Common Causes

Export VAT breakdown shows taxable amount when should be zero
Category G taxable base contains value instead of 0.00
Line amounts incorrectly summed into export category
Export transactions should not have taxable amount in breakdown
Calculation error produced non-zero taxable base for exports

Frequently Asked Questions

VAT category G must have exemption reason.

Add TaxExemptionReasonCode VATEX-EU-G. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Yes, BR-G-07 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted by the recipient's system.

Many instances of BR-G-07 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including export requires reason.

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BR-CL-21

Invalid VAT exemption reason code

BR-G-06

Export VAT must be zero

Last updated: 16 January 2026

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