What is DAC7?
DAC7 stands for Directive on Administrative Cooperation (7th amendment). This EU regulation requires digital platforms like F2F.com to report the income of sellers (both individuals and businesses) to tax authorities in the EU. The aim is to increase transparency, reduce tax evasion, and ensure fair taxation in the digital economy.
📢 Secure your payouts with this quick update!"
We’re introducing a simple update for all EU creators to keep things smooth and compliant. Starting next week, you'll need to provide your Tax Identification Number (TIN) in line with new EU regulations under DAC7.
This ensures F2F.com can securely report income as required by tax authorities, keeping you future-proof while supporting a fair digital economy.
What’s a TIN?
A TIN is your tax number, either personal or business-related.
If you’ve added VAT details, we’ll need your business TIN from your VAT record.
If you haven’t added VAT details, we’ll ask for your personal TIN instead.
In the Netherlands, this could be your BSN (Burgerservicenummer) or RSIN (Rechtspersonen en Samenwerkingsverbanden Informatienummer).
When Does This Start?
Next week: You’ll be asked to provide your TIN.
From 1 December: Providing a TIN becomes mandatory. Without it, you won’t be able to access your account or process payouts.
Missed it? Don’t worry—reminders will pop up until the deadline.
Is My Data Safe?
Absolutely! Your TIN will be securely stored in our database and used solely for compliance reporting. It will not be visible on the platform.
Why Is This Important?
This one-time step safeguards your payouts and ensures your account stays compliant. Thanks for getting this done - your future self will thank you!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need a TIN if I don’t have VAT details?
Yes, you’ll still need to provide a TIN.
If you don’t have VAT details, we’ll ask for your personal TIN, such as your national tax number.
For example, in the Netherlands, this is your BSN (Burgerservicenummer).
2. Where can I find my TIN in my country?
Your TIN is typically issued by your local tax authority. Below are some examples:
Netherlands: BSN (personal) or RSIN (business)
Belgium: Nationaal Nummer / Numéro National
Germany: Steuer-ID (personal) or Umsatzsteuer-Identifikationsnummer (business VAT ID), found on your tax registration or Steuerbescheinigung.
UK: NINO is on payslips or government correspondence.
Check your local tax documents, VAT registration, or contact your tax authority if you’re unsure.
3. Why is this required now? I’ve never had to provide this before.
The introduction of DAC7 mandates digital platforms to report income earned by creators and sellers in the EU to their respective tax authorities. Providing a TIN ensures F2F.com remains compliant with these regulations while safeguarding your payouts.
4. What happens if I don’t provide a TIN before the deadline?
Starting 1 December, providing your TIN will be mandatory.
Without a TIN, you won’t be able to access your account or process payouts.
Reminders will continue until you’ve entered your TIN.
5. Is my personal data safe, and who has access to it?
Absolutely.
Your TIN is securely stored in our database.
It will only be used for compliance reporting and will not be visible to other users on the platform.
Access is restricted to authorized personnel and is fully GDPR-compliant.
6. What if my TIN or VAT details change later? Will I need to update them?
Yes, you’ll need to update your TIN or VAT details if they change. Keeping this information current ensures continued compliance and avoids disruptions to your payouts.
7. Does this apply to creators outside the EU?
No, this regulation only applies to creators located in the 27 EU member countries:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
8. Will this affect my payouts or account status immediately?
Starting next week, you’ll begin receiving requests for your TIN.
By 1 December, a TIN will be required to process payouts and access your account.
9. Can I provide a business TIN instead of a personal one?
Yes.
If you’ve registered VAT details with F2F.com, we’ll need your business TIN (from your VAT record).
Without VAT details, we’ll request your personal TIN.
Key Dates to Remember:
Next week: Requests for TINs begin.
1 December: Providing a TIN becomes mandatory.
Thank you for completing this step—it ensures your payouts remain secure and compliant. For more assistance, feel free to reach out to our support team.