Validate EU VAT number

About this tool

Validate EU VAT numbers and retrieve associated business information from the EU VAT registry. Check the validity of VAT numbers and access relevant business details for compliance, verification, and regulatory purposes.
Available via the API.

Limits

Limited to 10 requests / day when used without registration.Get more when you sign up (it's free) or buy a plan.
Plan Free - 100 requests / month
Plan Plus - 1 000 requests / month
Plan Pro - 10 000 requests / month
Plan Max - 30 000 requests / monthLearn more about plans and pricing.

Tips

• VAT numbers are unique identifiers for businesses registered for VAT purposes.
• Different countries have different VAT number formats. The tool handles all EU formats.
• Check VAT numbers before engaging in B2B transactions to ensure business legitimacy.
• Valid VAT numbers are essential for issuing correct invoices and maintaining compliance.
• The tool displays the business name and address associated with the VAT number.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is an EU VAT number?

  An EU VAT number is a unique identifier assigned to businesses registered for Value Added Tax purposes within the European Union.

• What does this tool check?

  It validates whether a VAT number is registered and active, and retrieves associated business information such as the name and address where available.

• Why would I need to validate a VAT number?

  Validating VAT numbers helps confirm business legitimacy before B2B transactions and ensures invoices are issued correctly for VAT compliance.

• Does the tool support all EU countries?

  Yes, the tool handles VAT number formats used across all EU member states.

• Why does a valid VAT number sometimes show no business details?

  Some national VAT registries do not share business name and address information, so only the validity status may be available in those cases.

• Do I need an account to use this tool?

  No, you can perform a limited number of checks without an account. Creating an account or upgrading your plan increases your usage limits.

Something missing?

Feel free to contact us if you have any suggestions or found a bug.

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