Tax Data API

API

Instant global VAT number & tax validation API

Overview

The Tax Data API offers RESTful endpoints for instant VAT number validation and global tax rate lookup. Key endpoints include /validate_vat (verifies VAT ID validity and returns entity details like name/address) and /tax_rates (retrieves applicable tax rates by country/region). Responses are JSON-formatted. Ideal for B2B businesses verifying customer VAT IDs for compliance, e-commerce platforms calculating cross-border taxes, and accounting tools automating tax checks. It supports over 100 countries, ensuring reliable coverage for international transactions and regulatory adherence.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://apilayer.com/marketplace/tax_data-api')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful architecture
JSON response format
Global VAT validation (100+ countries)
Real-time tax rate lookup
Entity detail retrieval for valid VAT IDs

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Tax Data API free to use?

Yes, it offers a freemium model with a free tier (limited requests) and paid plans for higher usage.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need an API key from apilayer to authenticate all requests.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, including validation results, tax rates, and entity information.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Finance

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy integration with systems
⊕ Comprehensive global coverage
⊕ Fast response times
⊕ Up-to-date tax data

Cons

⊖ Requires API key
⊖ Free tier has rate limits
⊖ Paid plans for high volume