VAT Number Validation API
Instantly check the validity of VAT numbers for businesses across Europe and beyond.
GET /vat-validation?vat_number=DE123456789&api_key=YOUR_API_KEY
{
"vat_number": "DE123456789",
"is_valid": true,
"country": "Germany",
"company_name": "Example GmbH"
}
Key Features
Comprehensive VAT number validation for your business applications
Format Validation
Verify that VAT numbers follow the correct format for each country according to official standards.
Official Registry Checks
Validate VAT numbers against official government databases for real-time verification of registration status.
Company Information
Retrieve registered company names and addresses associated with valid VAT numbers (where available).
Wide Coverage
Support for all EU member states, UK, Switzerland, Norway, and other countries with VAT or GST systems.
Validation History
Access validation history and receive verification certificates for audit and compliance purposes (Business plan).
Fast & Reliable
Get validation results quickly with our optimized API, with caching for frequently checked numbers to improve performance.
Use Cases
How businesses are using our VAT Number Validation API
E-commerce Checkout
Validate customer VAT numbers during checkout to apply correct tax rates for B2B transactions and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
Customer Onboarding
Verify business customer information during registration by validating VAT numbers and automatically populating company details.
Invoicing & Accounting
Ensure accurate VAT information on invoices and financial records by validating VAT numbers before processing transactions.
Fraud Prevention
Detect potentially fraudulent business accounts by verifying VAT numbers and comparing registered company information with provided details.
VAT Number Validation API Pricing
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Free
Perfect for testing and small projects
- 1,000 requests/month
- Format validation
- Basic registry checks
- EU country coverage
- Basic support
Developer
For growing applications and teams
- 50,000 requests/month
- Advanced format validation
- Full registry checks
- Company name retrieval
- EU, UK & EFTA coverage
- Priority support
- Historical data (1 year)
Business
For enterprises and high-volume needs
- 500,000 requests/month
- All Developer plan features
- Company address retrieval
- Validation certificates
- Global VAT/GST coverage
- Bulk validation
- 24/7 premium support
- Full historical data
- Dedicated account manager
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our VAT Number Validation API
How accurate is the VAT number validation?
Our VAT number validation is highly accurate as it checks against official government databases in real-time. Format validation is 100% accurate, while registry checks depend on the availability and response of official systems.
Which countries are supported?
Our Free plan supports all EU member states. The Developer plan adds UK and EFTA countries (Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein). The Business plan extends coverage to global VAT/GST systems including Australia, Canada, India, and more.
Can I validate multiple VAT numbers at once?
Yes, Business plan subscribers have access to bulk validation capabilities, allowing you to validate up to 100 VAT numbers in a single API call for greater efficiency.
What company information is returned with valid VAT numbers?
The Developer plan returns the registered company name. The Business plan adds registered address information where available from official sources. The exact information varies by country based on what their tax authorities provide.
Are validation certificates provided for audit purposes?
Yes, Business plan subscribers receive validation certificates that can be used for audit and compliance purposes. These certificates include validation timestamps and results, providing proof of due diligence for tax authorities.
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