The VAT ID format in Luxembourg is 'LU'
plus 8 digits.
An example of a Luxembourg VAT ID is 'LU99999999'.
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The Administration of Registration, Estates and VAT handles tax administration in Luxembourg.
A small country in Western Europe, Luxembourg is known for its developed economy, high standard, and the historic Luxembourg City.
As an EU member, Luxembourg's VAT system complies with the EU's common system of VAT.
The VAT ID format in Luxembourg is 'LU' plus 8 digits. An example of a Luxembourg VAT ID is 'LU99999999'.
The Administration of Registration, Estates and VAT handles tax administration in Luxembourg. A small landlocked country in Western Europe, Luxembourg is known for its developed economy, high standard of living, and the historic Luxembourg City. As an EU member, Luxembourg's VAT system complies with the EU's common system of VAT.
Luxembourg is a small landlocked country in Western Europe, nestled between Belgium, France, and Germany. It's known for its developed economy, high standard of living, and for having one of the highest GDP per capita globally. Its capital, Luxembourg City, is famed for its fortified medieval old town perched on sheer cliffs.
The Administration of Registration, Estates and VAT handles tax administration in Luxembourg. This body administers taxes like income tax, corporate tax, property tax, and VAT. It also oversees registration fees and inheritance taxes.
The VAT system in Luxembourg, a member of the EU, complies with the EU's common system of VAT. Luxembourg has one of the lowest standard VAT rates in the EU at 17%. It also applies reduced rates of 14%, 8%, and 3% to certain goods and services. The VAT ID format in Luxembourg is 'LU' plus 8 digits.
Validate any Luxembourg VAT ID in real time against the official EU VIES database — free, no signup. You'll see whether it's valid, plus the registered company name and address where available.
Check any EU VAT number — free, no signup
Data straight from the official EU VIES system · all 27 member states + Northern Ireland
Doing business in Luxembourg? Before you zero-rate a B2B sale or reclaim input VAT, it pays to confirm your counterparty's VAT number is genuine and currently registered. VatProtect checks any Luxembourg VAT ID in real time against the EU's official VIES database and returns the registered company name and address where available.
| VAT rate type | VAT rate | Specific categories of goods or services |
|---|---|---|
| Standard VAT rate in Luxembourg | 17% | Other goods and services |
| Reduced VAT rate in Luxembourg | 14% | Certain wines Advertising Safekeeping of securities |
| Reduced VAT rate in Luxembourg | 8% | Cleaning services Repairs Gas and electricity |
| Reduced VAT rate in Luxembourg | 3% | Food Books Children's clothing Pharmaceuticals |
| Exempt VAT rate in Luxembourg | 0% | Healthcare services Educational services Financial services |
A valid Luxembourg VAT number lets you apply the reverse charge with confidence and keeps your invoices audit-ready. An invalid or deregistered number can lead to disallowed input-VAT deductions and penalties — so it's worth checking before you invoice rather than after.
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VAT rates are indicative and can change. Confirm current Luxembourg rates with the EU's official VAT rules & rates. Last reviewed: May 2026.
Enter the VAT number in the checker above. VatProtect validates it in real time against the EU's official VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) database and returns the registered company name and address where available.
Luxembourg VAT numbers are prefixed with the country code LU, followed by the national registration digits. VatProtect automatically checks both the format and whether the number is currently registered for VAT.
Yes — you can validate a Luxembourg VAT number on this page for free. For high-volume needs you can run bulk checks, set up ongoing monitoring, or integrate our REST API on a paid plan.
For B2B sales within the EU, a valid VAT number lets you apply the reverse charge and zero-rate the supply. If the number is invalid, the tax authority can disallow that treatment and hold you liable for the VAT plus penalties — so it pays to verify before you invoice.
In addition to its standard rate, Luxembourg applies reduced VAT rates to certain goods and services. The current Luxembourg rates are listed in the VAT rate table on this page.
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