The D-U-N-S Number (DUNS) is a 9-digit global enterprise identification code assigned by Dun & Bradstreet, commonly used for overseas account opening, international bidding, and cross-border platform certification. The table below lists required documents, application process, and reference processing timelines for each of the 19 countries and versions; fees are subject to business confirmation.
The D-U-N-S Number (DUNS) is a 9-digit global enterprise identification code assigned by Dun & Bradstreet, used in international business to prove a company's true credit background, and widely recognized for overseas account opening, international bidding, cross-border platform onboarding, and supply chain compliance. The code itself is permanently valid; the accompanying enterprise credit report is typically valid for 1 year and must be updated upon expiration.
Applicants from Mainland China and overseas entities can apply, and Bangma International submits on behalf of the applicant according to the target country and version. The process consists of four steps: ① Confirm the country and version (whether a credit report is needed / whether to be listed in the global directory); ② Submit basic enterprise information; ③ Review by the corresponding country or regional office of Dun & Bradstreet; ④ After approval, a 9-digit code is assigned, and the corresponding certificate or report is delivered.
Requirements vary slightly by country, but generally fall into two categories: Two-piece set—business license or company registration documents, contact person and phone number (commonly used in Mainland China; Dun & Bradstreet may verify by phone, so please keep your phone accessible); Four-piece set—full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identification, application form (applicable to most overseas countries). Specific requirements are subject to the corresponding country entry in the table.
The table below lists historical reference processing ranges and deliverables for the 19 country and version entries. Note: The ranges are based on historical processing records,not a commitment, and actual timelines are subject to the current review progress of the corresponding Dun & Bradstreet office; after submitting the request, the coding consultant will synchronize at each milestone.
Key conclusions that can be excerpted directly.
A D-U-N-S Number is a 9-digit number that uniquely identifies a business entity worldwide.
The code itself does not expire; the accompanying credit report is usually valid for 1 year and must be renewed upon expiration.
Covers 19 entries including Mainland China, Hong Kong, the United States, BVI, Japan, and ASEAN.
Fees for each country fluctuate with current policies; the page always states "to be confirmed by our business team".
| Country / Region | Version | Required documents | Reference processing time | Deliverables | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | Standard version | Business license + contact person and phone number (D-U-N-S may verify by phone) | Approximately 10–15 business days | D-U-N-S Number + business credit report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| United States | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents + director's phone number and email | Approximately 10–15 business days | D-U-N-S Number + business credit report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Hong Kong, China | No-report version | Company registration documents such as the business registration certificate + contact information | Approximately 7–10 business days | DRS certificate (including the code, free renewal within 1 year) + listing in the global directory | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Hong Kong, China | With-report version | Company registration documents such as the business registration certificate + director information | Approximately 15–20 business days | Electronic certificate + listing in the global directory | to be confirmed by our business team |
| British Virgin Islands (BVI) | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents + director's phone and email | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + electronic BVI credit report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Japan | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 10–15 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Vietnam | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Singapore | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, application form | Approximately 20–25 business days | D-U-N-S Number + credit report + listing in the directory | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Indonesia | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 20–25 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Malaysia | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Thailand | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Cambodia | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Myanmar | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Laos | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Philippines | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Brunei | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Timor-Leste | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| Mexico | Standard version | Full set of company registration documents, director's phone and email, director and shareholder identity documents, application form | Approximately 15–20 business days | D-U-N-S Number + Credit Report | to be confirmed by our business team |
| United States | Standalone credit report | Full set of company registration documents + director's phone and email | Approximately 10–15 business days | Standalone enterprise credit report | to be confirmed by our business team |
D-U-N-S Number · 9-digit structure
D-U-N-S NumberIt is not printed on product packaging in the form of a product barcode symbol; common uses include enterprise identity verification for overseas account opening, international bidding, and cross-border platform onboarding, as well as supply chain master data registration.
The proper nouns involved in this article.
A 9-digit global enterprise identity code assigned by Dun & Bradstreet, used for enterprise identity and credit background verification.
An enterprise credit background document that accompanies the code, usually valid for 1 year and requiring renewal upon expiry.
A global enterprise directory within the D&B system; once listed, it makes it easier for trading partners to search and verify enterprise information.
One of the certificate formats delivered by D&B, which includes the code and comes with a certain period of free update service.
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