How it works
Enter the VAT ID
Type or paste a VAT identification number. Any EU country, any format.
We check VIES
The tool queries the official EU VIES database in real time to verify the number.
Get the result
Valid or invalid, plus the registered company name and address if available.
What we check
- VAT number format validation
- Active registration status via VIES
- Registered company name
- Registered company address
- Country of registration
Check now
Enter a VAT identification number to verify it against the EU VIES database.
Need to create invoices?
Billstride creates professional invoices with correct VAT handling. Verify your customer's VAT ID, then invoice them in minutes. No subscription, no fine print.
- $0.30 per invoice
- Automatic reverse charge detection
- ZUGFeRD and XRechnung export included
- No subscription, no packages
Frequently asked questions
What is VIES?
VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) is the official database operated by the European Commission. It connects to the national tax databases of all EU member states and lets you verify whether a VAT identification number is valid and active.
Which countries are supported?
All 27 EU member states plus Northern Ireland. That includes Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Northern Ireland (XI prefix).
Is this free?
Yes. No signup, no limits, no hidden costs. Check as many VAT IDs as you need.
Is my data stored?
No. We don't store any VAT numbers, results, or company data. Every check happens in real time and nothing is saved.
What if VIES is down?
VIES is operated by the European Commission and occasionally goes down for maintenance. If a check fails, try again later. Some national databases have scheduled maintenance windows, usually at night.
How does this help with invoicing?
Verifying a VAT ID before sending an invoice ensures correct tax treatment. For B2B invoices within the EU, a valid VAT ID on the recipient side means you can apply the reverse charge mechanism instead of charging VAT. Billstride lets you create invoices at $0.30 per invoice, no subscription.