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BR-NL-02:Dutch BTW number recommended

Dutch invoices should include the BTW-nummer (VAT number) in format NL + 9 digits + B + 2 digits.

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Why This Error Matters

BTW-nummer is required for B2B invoicing and VAT deduction by the buyer.

How to Fix It

1

Get BTW-nummer

Format: NL123456789B01 (B + 2-digit suffix)

2

Add to invoice

Place in PartyTaxScheme/CompanyID

3

Include scheme

Add VAT as TaxScheme ID

Code Example

<cac:PartyTaxScheme>
  <cbc:CompanyID>NL123456789B01</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 suffix (B01)
  • Using old number format
  • Number not active

Commonly Seen In

Exact OnlineTwinfieldAFASSnelstart

Frequently Asked Questions

Dutch invoices should include the BTW-nummer (VAT number) in format NL + 9 digits + B + 2 digits.
Add Dutch VAT number in correct format. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
BR-NL-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-NL-02 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including dutch btw number recommended.
BR-NL-02 is commonly seen in exports from Exact Online, Twinfield, AFAS, Snelstart. These software packages sometimes generate invoices that need adjustment to meet full compliance standards.

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Last updated: 18 January 2026

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