VAT paid on imported goods, but how to charge my customers for VAT

Hi,
I have imported goods & my handling agent paid the duty & VAT, I in turn paid him, however if I need to invoice my customers I need a VAT number right ?

I don't have one, what are the requirements ? i.e if my business has less than x turnover / annum can I avoid getting a VAT number ?

If i don't need a VAT number how can I charge the VAT to my customers ?

any advice is appreciated
H

Horatio said:

however if I need to invoice my customers I need a VAT number right ?

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No

Horatio said:

I don't have one, what are the requirements ? i.e if my business has less than x turnover / annum can I avoid getting a VAT number ?

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Yes you can avoid registering for vat if your turnover is below a certain figure, googlefor the figure

Horatio said:

If i don't need a VAT number how can I charge the VAT to my customers ?

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You don't charge them vat.

thanks hhhhhhh for the short sharp, concise answers