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