DUNS Number

Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S Number for business credit and global vendor registration

Validity: Permanent (annual update recommended)

What is DUNS Number?

The D-U-N-S Number (Data Universal Numbering System) issued by Dun & Bradstreet is a 9-digit unique identifier used globally for business credit profiles, Apple Developer registration, UN vendor registration, and government procurement. We register your business on the D&B Data Exchange and obtain the D-U-N-S Number.

The D-U-N-S (Data Universal Numbering System) Number is a 9-digit identifier assigned by Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) to each unique legal business entity globally. The D-U-N-S Number is used as the global standard business identifier in multiple important contexts for Indian businesses: Apple Developer Program requires a D-U-N-S Number for company enrollment (to publish apps on the App Store as an organisation); United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM) vendor registration requires a D-U-N-S Number; many US government procurement platforms (SAM.gov) require a D-U-N-S Number; large multinational corporations use the D-U-N-S Number to verify suppliers; and D&B's Hoovers database uses it as the identifier for business credit profiles. Getting a D-U-N-S Number is free, but it triggers the creation of a D&B credit file for the business, which can be enriched with financial data to improve creditworthiness for global buyers.

Who Needs DUNS Number?

Tech startups and software companies enrolling in the Apple Developer Program (company account), businesses registering as UN vendors on UNGM, IT exporters and service companies seeking to qualify as global suppliers, and any company wanting a verified global business identity for enterprise procurement.

What's Included

D-U-N-S Number assigned to the business
D&B credit file created — visible to global buyers and procurement platforms
Apple Developer Program company enrollment supported
UN Global Marketplace (UNGM) vendor registration prerequisite met
D&B business profile enriched with company data for credibility

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How It Works

1
D&B registration
We register the business on the D&B Data Exchange portal (dnb.com/duns) with accurate legal details.
2
Verification
D&B verifies the business details against public records. Additional documents may be requested.
3
D-U-N-S assignment
The D-U-N-S Number is assigned and emailed to the registered contact. The standard process takes up to 30 business days; an expedited process is available.
4
Profile enrichment
The D&B credit file is enriched with financial and business data to improve the profile score.

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Documents Required

Items marked Required are mandatory; others are situational.

Business details

Legal company name (exactly as registered)Required
Registered office addressRequired
GSTIN or PANRequired
Main business activityRequired
Year of incorporation and approximate revenueRequired

Fees & Pricing

Fees

D&B standard registration fee

D-U-N-S registration is free; expedited processing has an additional fee charged by D&B

Nil

Professional fee

Quoted for registration, document compilation, and follow-up

Varies

* Government fees may vary. GST applicable on professional fees. Final pricing confirmed after review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the D-U-N-S Number free?

Yes. The D-U-N-S Number itself is free of charge from Dun & Bradstreet. Paid D&B products (credit reports, enriched profiles) are separate. A professional fee applies for our registration and follow-up service.

Why does Apple require a D-U-N-S Number?

Apple uses the D-U-N-S Number to verify that the developer account is registered as a legal business entity. Individual developer accounts do not require a D-U-N-S Number — only company/organisation accounts do.

How long does D-U-N-S registration take?

The standard process takes up to 30 business days. D&B offers an expedited service (typically 5 business days) for an additional fee.

Is the D-U-N-S Number the same as a credit score?

No. The D-U-N-S Number is an identifier. D&B also maintains credit risk scores (D&B PAYDEX, Failure Score, etc.) linked to the D-U-N-S Number — these are separate products based on payment history and financial data.

Can an LLP or proprietorship get a D-U-N-S Number?

Yes. D&B assigns D-U-N-S Numbers to any legal business entity — companies, LLPs, partnerships, and proprietorships.

What if a D-U-N-S Number already exists for our address?

D&B may have already created a file for your business based on public data. We search for an existing D-U-N-S Number before initiating a new registration to avoid duplicates.