VAT Number Validator
Validate European VAT (Value Added Tax) numbers for all EU member states. Check format compliance for business tax registration.
Enter VAT Number
Include 2-letter country code (e.g., DE, FR, GB, IT, ES)
Example VAT Numbers
⚠️ This validator checks format only. For official VAT registration verification, use the VIES database.
About VAT Number Validation
VAT (Value Added Tax) numbers are unique identifiers assigned to businesses registered for VAT in the European Union. Each EU country has its own format and structure.
What This Validator Checks:
- ✓ Country code is valid (EU member state)
- ✓ VAT number matches country-specific format
- ✓ Length and pattern are correct
- ✗ Does NOT verify if VAT registration is active
- ✗ Does NOT check VIES database
When to Use VAT Validation:
- Before processing intra-EU B2B transactions
- When setting up supplier or customer records
- For e-commerce platforms collecting tax information
- During invoice generation for EU businesses
- For compliance checks in accounting systems
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this check if a VAT number is registered?
No. This validator only checks if the format is correct. To verify if a VAT number is actually registered and active, use the official EU VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) database at ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/vies.
Which countries are supported?
All 27 EU member states plus the UK (which still uses VAT numbers for trade). Each country has a unique format: DE (Germany), FR (France), IT (Italy), ES (Spain), NL (Netherlands), and more.
What if my VAT number is rejected?
Check that you included the 2-letter country code and that the format matches your country's standard. Each country has different requirements for length and character patterns. See the examples above.
Is this tool GDPR compliant?
Yes. All validation happens in your browser. VAT numbers are never sent to our servers or stored. We do not collect, process, or share any data you enter.