Apply and Obtain a D-U-N-S Number for a Developer Account
To publish an app under your organization’s name, Apple requires a D-U-N-S Number. This unique business identifier is used to verify your company’s identity during the Apple Developer Program enrollment process.
What is a D-U-N-S Number?
A D-U-N-S Number is a unique 9-digit identifier for businesses. It is issued by Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) and is required by Apple to verify your organization's identity before allowing app submission under an organization name.
In this article, let's find out
1. How to Register for a D-U-N-S Number
1. How to Apply for a D-U-N-S Number
- To register the DUNS number, visit the following URL: https://www.dnb.co.in/duns/get-a-duns
- On this page, fill out the essential information.

- Then choose the Google developer and mention why you need the DUNS number.
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- Then read, tick the box, and click the Submit button.
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- It usually takes one or two business days to generate this Duns Number.
- When your DUNS number is generated, you will get an email.
No need to provide Apple Tracking Number.
2. Check Your Company's D-U-N-S Number
- To obtain the Duns number, navigate to the following URL: https://www.dnb.com/de-de/upik-en.html
- Enter your company name and country.
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- Then, click the search button.
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- If a D-U-N-S number was generated for your firm, it will be available here.
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