How to Quickly Apply for a D-U-N-S Number for Your Business

The Purpose of D-U-N-S Numbers

A D-U-N-S (Data Universal Numbering System) Number is a unique nine-digit identifier used to recognize business entities by their specific location. These numbers are assigned and maintained by Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) and are widely used as a standard business identification code.

In business operations, a D-U-N-S Number serves a similar verification purpose as business registration certificates and legal company profiles. It’s required for various business activities, such as registering for Google Play Developer and Apple Developer enterprise accounts.

How to Look Up D-U-N-S Numbers

If your company has been established for a while, you might already have a D-U-N-S Number assigned by official channels, eliminating the need for a new application.

Here are several resources to help you check if your company already has a D-U-N-S Number:

1. D&B Official Website: https://www.dnb.com/

   After accessing the official site, click the search box at the top and select “Business Directory” to search

   

2. D&B Germany Site: https://www.dnb.com/de-de/upik-en.html

   Switch to your region and search directly by company name

   

3. Apple Developer Platform: https://developer.apple.com/enroll/duns-lookup/#!/search

If you have a newly registered company and urgently need a D-U-N-S Number, you can proceed with an active application.

D-U-N-S Number Registration Guide

The registration process varies slightly depending on your company’s location, as shown on the DNB official website:

This guide recommends using the Apple Developer expedited channel for faster registration.

Here’s a step-by-step guide using a Singapore company as an example:

1. Visit the Apple Developer expedited channel and enter your contact email for communication and progress updates

   

2. Select your developer account type based on your situation

   

3. Choose “Create New DUNS” to apply for a new number

   

4. Confirm whether your company is registered in the United States (answer truthfully)

   

5. Complete the application form

   

   The items marked in red are mandatory. Fill in the information according to your company’s legal documents (such as registration certificates).

   Regarding the phone number, you typically need to provide a number from your company’s registration location. For offshore companies that might not have a local number, you can initially enter any number and update it later through a resubmission.

6. Add supporting company documentation

   

   Required documents vary by region. For Singapore companies, a “business profile” (as shown below) is usually sufficient.

   

7. After confirming all information and documents, submit your application. You’ll receive a confirmation email at your contact address.

   

   If everything is in order, you’ll receive application status updates. For Singapore companies, responses typically arrive within 3 business days.

   

At this point, you’ve completed your D-U-N-S Number application. You can verify your number using the search resources mentioned in Section 2.

Conclusion

This guide has covered the importance of D-U-N-S Numbers and how to search for or apply for one. Whether you have an existing business or a newly registered company, you can easily obtain a D-U-N-S Number through either the D&B official website or the Apple Developer expedited channel.

We hope these steps help you successfully complete your D-U-N-S Number application!