Belarus UNP Validation
Validate Belarus UNP (Tax ID) Online
Verify Belarus UNP status, distinguish from OKPO code, and check entity details with a free quota. Validate 9-digit format against Ministry of Taxes and Duties rules.
Understanding Belarus UNP Format
The Payer's Account Number (UNP) is a unique 9-digit code assigned by the Ministry of Taxes and Duties.
(e.g., Minsk)
Digits
Digit
- ✓ Region Codes: 1=Minsk City, 2=Brest, 3=Vitebsk, 4=Gomel, 5=Grodno, 6=Minsk Region, 7=Mogilev.
- ✓ Foreign Entities: Code 8 indicates a foreign organization (Digital Services VAT).
- ✓ UNP vs OKPO: UNP (Tax) is mandatory for invoicing. OKPO (Statistics) is not used for tax validation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Difference between UNP and OKPO?
The UNP (9 digits) is the only valid number for VAT/Tax purposes. The OKPO is a statistical code assigned by Belstat and cannot be used for invoicing.
Does Belarus apply VAT to digital services?
Yes. Foreign companies providing digital services ("Google Tax") must register for VAT if the customer is Belarusian. These entities are assigned a UNP starting with 8.
Where do I verify a UNP?
You can use our tool or the official Ministry of Taxes and Duties portal (nalog.gov.by). Always check that the name matches the UNP.
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