VAT Number Validator

Validate European VAT numbers with format checksum verification for all EU member states.

VAT Number Validator

Enter a VAT number with or without the country prefix. Select a country for targeted validation.

How to Use

  1. Select country — Choose an EU country from the dropdown.
  2. Enter VAT number — Type the VAT number with or without the country prefix (e.g. GB123456789 or 123456789).
  3. Instant validation — See format validation, expected pattern, and checksum result.

What Is a VAT Number?

A VAT (Value Added Tax) identification number is a unique identifier used by businesses in the European Union for tax purposes. Each EU member state has its own format with a two-letter country prefix followed by a variable-length numeric code.

VAT numbers are essential for cross-border trade within the EU and are used for:

  • Identifying businesses for VAT purposes
  • Validating transactions on invoices
  • Claiming VAT refunds on business expenses
  • Verifying EU trading partners

EU VAT Format Reference

Country Prefix Format Length
AustriaATU123456789
BelgiumBE123456789010
BulgariaBG1234567899-10
CroatiaHR1234567890111
CyprusCY12345678X9
Czech RepublicCZ1234567898-10
DenmarkDK123456788
EstoniaEE1234567899
FinlandFI123456788
FranceFR1234567890111
GermanyDE1234567899
GreeceEL1234567899
HungaryHU123456788
IrelandIE1234567X8-9
ItalyIT1234567890111
LatviaLV1234567890111
LithuaniaLT1234567899-12
LuxembourgLU123456788
MaltaMT123456788
NetherlandsNL123456789B0112
PolandPL123456789010
PortugalPT1234567899
RomaniaRO123456789010
SlovakiaSK123456789010
SloveniaSI123456788
SpainESX123456789
SwedenSE12345678901212
United KingdomGB1234567899-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a VAT number used for?

A VAT number is used to identify businesses for VAT (Value Added Tax) purposes within the European Union. It's required for cross-border transactions and invoicing.

How do I find a company's VAT number?

VAT numbers are typically displayed on invoices. You can also use the EU's VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) online portal to verify a company's VAT number.

What is VIES?

VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) is the European Commission's online system for verifying VAT numbers across EU member states. This tool validates format only; use VIES for real-time registration checks.

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