Apply to receive VAT data from HMRC

UK credit reference agencies and financial organizations can now apply for authorization to access non-financial VAT registration data for credit scoring, anti-fraud checking, and compliance purposes.
This could benefit small businesses and new start-ups in accessing credit and finance, as well as established VAT-registered businesses.
The data file will cover all VAT-registered businesses and will include registration information such as trading name, legal entity status, and company number.
No financial or payment data is included, and the file will be updated weekly.
Interested parties can apply by emailing [email protected] with the subject line “VAT Data Sharing.”