Free EU VAT Number Validation
Instantly verify VAT numbers against the official EU VIES database.
What is VAT Validation?
VAT (Value Added Tax) validation confirms that a business's VAT number is registered and active in the EU VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) database. This is essential for B2B transactions within the EU to apply the reverse charge mechanism.
Why Validate VAT Numbers?
- Legal requirement: EU businesses must verify customer VAT numbers for intra-community supplies
- Avoid penalties: Incorrect VAT handling can result in fines and back-taxes
- Fraud prevention: Invalid VAT numbers may indicate fraudulent businesses
- Audit protection: Documentation of VAT checks protects you during tax audits
Need More Than VAT Validation?
EU Company Check offers comprehensive due diligence including:
- Sanctions screening (EU, US, UK, UN lists)
- EORI number validation
- LEI lookup
- Company registry checks (UK, Belgium, France, Norway)
- PDF reports for audit documentation