VAT Number Validator
Validate any EU VAT number against the official VIES database and retrieve company details.
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EU VAT Number Validation
Validate any EU VAT number instantly using the official VIES system. Essential for B2B transactions, invoice compliance, and verifying business legitimacy across European Union member states.
Why Validate VAT Numbers?
- Legal compliance — EU law requires VAT validation for zero-rated B2B cross-border sales
- Fraud prevention — Verify that a business is legitimately registered
- Invoice accuracy — Ensure correct company details on invoices
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a VAT number?▾
A VAT (Value Added Tax) number is a unique identifier assigned to businesses registered for VAT in the EU. It's used for cross-border B2B transactions.
How does the validator work?▾
We query the EU VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) database in real-time to validate the number and retrieve the registered company name and address.
Which countries are supported?▾
All EU member states are supported: AT, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, EL, ES, FI, FR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK.
Is this free?▾
Yes! 3 free validations per day, no sign-up required.
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