Self-employment and business

Checking a business's VAT registration before a transaction

How to check a business's VAT register details before entering a transaction.

3 minutes to read Last checked: 20.10.2026
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Important to know

Tachles Israel is an independent information service, not a government authority. Check binding conditions, eligibility and deadlines with the official source.

Before you start

Before paying or signing, you can check basic business details through the Israel Tax Authority service. This does not replace identity checks, a contract or references.

Who is this guide for?

Consumers and businesses checking a supplier's basic registration details.

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Conditions and exceptions

The service displays specified details only. It does not establish service quality or complete trustworthiness.

Step by step

The checklist

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01

Ask the supplier for business details

Ask for the registered name and business number to check through the official channel.
What should you prepare?

Business details supplied by the provider.

Please note

Avoid sharing personal numbers or documents that are unnecessary.

03

Match details to the transaction documents

Check that the name and details match the quotation, invoice and transaction documents.
What should you prepare?

Quotation or invoice.

Please note

If anything differs, request clarification before paying.

04

Keep a transaction record

Keep the quotation, terms, correspondence and receipts.
What should you prepare?

Transaction documents.

Please note

In a dispute or suspected fraud, contact the appropriate authority.

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