27 EU Countries • Real-time Verification

Verify EU VAT Numbers Instantly

Check business partners across Europe before you trade. Prevent fraud, validate suppliers, and ensure legitimate transactions with real-time VAT verification.

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Official EU API

Verify Business Partner VAT

Enter a VAT number to check if your business partner is legitimate

Include country code (e.g., DE for Germany) or select country above

Why Verify VAT Numbers Before Trading?

Prevent Fraud

Avoid fake companies and VAT carousel fraud schemes that cost billions annually

Verify Legitimacy

Ensure suppliers and customers are real, registered businesses

Tax Compliance

Meet due diligence requirements for zero-rated supplies

Risk Management

Reduce credit risk and protect your business reputation

Business Use Cases

Supplier Onboarding

Verify new suppliers before first orders. Essential for procurement teams.

Sales Qualification

Check prospects are legitimate before investing sales resources.

Due Diligence

Essential checks for partnerships, M&A, and credit decisions.

VAT Formats Across Europe

Fraud Prevention Guide

Common VAT Fraud Schemes

  • Missing Trader Fraud: Company disappears after collecting VAT
  • Carousel Fraud: Goods circulated to claim multiple VAT refunds
  • Fake VAT Numbers: Using invalid or stolen VAT IDs

Red Flags to Watch

  • • New company with large orders immediately
  • • Prices significantly below market rates
  • • Reluctance to provide company details
  • • Frequent changes in bank accounts
  • • VAT number doesn't match company name
  • • Company registered in high-risk jurisdictions

Best Practices

  • ✓ Always verify VAT before first transaction
  • ✓ Re-check periodically for existing partners
  • ✓ Keep verification records for audit trail
  • ✓ Cross-reference with other business data
  • ✓ Set up alerts for VAT status changes

Integrate VAT Checks Into Your Systems

Automate VAT verification in your CRM, ERP, or procurement systems. Real-time API available for seamless integration.

Frequently Asked Questions

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