- The XML-RPC interface for foreign VAT ID validation will be retired on 30 November 2025.
- All VAT ID validations must use a new REST API from that date.
- Companies must integrate the REST API themselves; BZSt will not provide implementation support.
- The REST API provides electronic response data that can be directly integrated and analyzed in company systems.
- For bulk VAT ID checks, companies must document proof of qualified queries using the data record from BZSt.
Source: fintua.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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