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Requirements for ordering a virtual number

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Virtual number requirements by country

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BermudaTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for Bermuda
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Requirements may vary by number type, location and account holder. Details retain the catalogue's original language.

BhutanTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for Bhutan
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BoliviaTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for Bolivia
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Bosnia & HerzegovinaTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for Bosnia & Herzegovina
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BotswanaTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for Botswana
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Bouvet IslandTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for Bouvet Island
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Requirements may vary by number type, location and account holder. Details retain the catalogue's original language.

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Documentation for Brazil
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Local numbers
Recent national address proof

A document from the last three months with holder, address in the country and date. PDF or clear colour copy. No screenshots or handwritten documents.

Current original details

Proof of Address (National), Recent Utility Bill or Invoice

A document evidencing the customer's physical address within the same country as the phone number being purchased, dated within the past 3 months. Acceptable documents include utility bills (electricity, water, gas, internet, landline telephone), bank statements, tax notices, or government-issued correspondence. The document must clearly show (1) the full name of the individual or registered business name, (2) the complete physical address (street, postal code, city, country), and (3) the document issue date. The document must be submitted as a PDF or clear color scan. Screenshots, handwritten documents, mobile phone bills (when not the proof of residence), and bills older than 3 months are not acceptable.

Acceptance criteria
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Example
A PDF of an Iberdrola electricity bill dated within the last 90 days, addressed to the customer at a Spanish residential address, for a Spain phone number order. The bill must show the customer's name, full service address, and the issuer's logo and billing date.

Cartão CNPJ for businesses

Official Receita Federal document with CNPJ, legal company name and active status. Businesses only; personal identifiers are not accepted.

Current original details

Cartão CNPJ - Comprovante de Inscrição e Situação Cadastral (Business Use Only)

The official Brazilian business registration document issued by Receita Federal, certifying the registration status of a legal entity. The Cartão CNPJ confirms the CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional de Pessoa Jurídica) number along with the legal business name (razão social), trade name (nome fantasia), registered address, primary and secondary economic activities (CNAE codes), legal nature, registration date, and current registration status (situação cadastral). The document must correspond to the business entity named on the order and must reflect an active status in Receita Federal's records. This field is for Business Use Only and does not accept personal tax identifiers or documents.

Acceptance criteria
{"case_sensitive":false}

Example
A PDF or printed Cartão CNPJ obtained from the Receita Federal portal (solucoes.receita.fazenda.gov.br), displaying a 14-digit CNPJ formatted as XX.XXX.XXX/XXXX-XX (for example, 12.345.678/0001-95), the registered business name, address, CNAE codes, and a "situação cadastral" of ATIVA.

Contact details

Full name and contact phone number. Businesses must also provide their registered name.

Current original details

Contact Information (Name, Business Name, Phone Number)

Contact information for the business or end user, including: (1) the name of the contact person (full given name and family name), (2) the business name when the end user is a business (registered legal name where applicable; may be omitted or stated as 'N/A' for individual end users), and (3) one or more contact phone numbers where the business or end user can be reached. Contact person name and at least one phone number are mandatory; business name is required only when the end user is a business entity. Phone numbers should be in international E.164 format where possible.

Acceptance criteria
{"case_sensitive":true}

Example
Contact: Maria García López | Business: Bloom & Petal Florist Ltd. | Phone: +34 612 345 678. For individual end users: Contact: John Smith | Business: N/A | Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567.

Identification for individuals

Valid holder’s ID or passport copy with name, photo, birth date, number and expiry date. Personal use only.

Current original details

ID/Passport Copy (Personal Use Only)

A copy of a valid, unexpired government-issued ID or passport for the individual end user. This requirement is for personal use only. The document should show the holder's name, photograph, date of birth, document number, and expiration date.

Acceptance criteria
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Example
A scan or photo of a passport biographical data page, or a national ID card.

Brazilian CPF for individuals

Holder’s active CPF issued by Receita Federal: eleven digits, format XXX.XXX.XXX-XX. Business identifiers are not accepted.

Current original details

Brazilian CPF Tax Number (Personal Use Only)

The Brazilian individual tax identification number for personal end users only. The CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas) is an 11-digit Brazilian individual tax ID issued by Receita Federal, formatted as XXX.XXX.XXX-XX. The submitted value must correspond to the individual named on the order and must be active in Receita Federal's records. This field is for Personal Use Only and does not accept business tax identifiers.

Acceptance criteria
{"case_sensitive":false}

Example
123.456.789-09 or 12345678909 (11 digits). Both dotted and undotted formats are acceptable.

Physical address in the country

A real address within the number’s country; it need not match its city. PO boxes, virtual offices and foreign addresses are not accepted.

Current original details

Physical Address Within the Country of the Phone Number (National)

A valid, real-world physical address located in the same country as the phone number being purchased. The address must include street name and number, postal or ZIP code, city, region or province (where applicable), and country. The address does not need to match the specific city or area code of the number; any address within the national borders is acceptable. P.O. boxes, virtual office addresses, mailbox-only services, and addresses outside the country of the phone number are not acceptable. The address should match the address shown on supporting identity or business registration documents where those are also required.

Acceptance criteria
{"case_sensitive":true}

Example
For a Spanish phone number: Calle de Alcalá 42, 28014 Madrid, Spain. For a German phone number: Friedrichstraße 123, 10117 Berlin, Germany. The address must be a deliverable physical location, not a P.O. box or virtual mailbox.

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Requirements may vary by number type, location and account holder. Details retain the catalogue's original language.

British Indian Ocean TerritoryTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for British Indian Ocean Territory
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Requirements may vary by number type, location and account holder. Details retain the catalogue's original language.

British Virgin IslandsTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for British Virgin Islands
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Requirements may vary by number type, location and account holder. Details retain the catalogue's original language.

BruneiTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for Brunei
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Requirements may vary by number type, location and account holder. Details retain the catalogue's original language.

BulgariaTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for Bulgaria
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Requirements may vary by number type, location and account holder. Details retain the catalogue's original language.

Burkina FasoTo be confirmedView requirements

Documentation for Burkina Faso
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Requirements may vary by number type, location and account holder. Details retain the catalogue's original language.

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How to prepare for virtual number requirements

Choosing a country is the first step, but the documents may also depend on the number type and the location. Open the country in the list and check each option before starting your order. Conditions for local numbers may differ from those for national or mobile numbers, even within the same country.

This guide to virtual number requirements shows the information available for enabled locations in the catalogue. You can also search for countries whose details still need confirmation. Missing document details do not mean you can order without identifying yourself. If your situation is not described, ask our team before preparing files or deciding which number to request.

Check the country and number type

Use the search field to find your destination, then open “View requirements”. You will find the recorded number types and a dropdown with locations and area codes. Check that your chosen area belongs to that group. A requirement attached to another location does not establish the conditions for your own application.

Cards may include a summary in English. “Current original details” displays the description available in the catalogue, including examples and criteria where provided. Source text keeps its original language. If a condition is unclear, we can help you understand how it relates to your situation.

Before choosing, you can learn how a virtual number works. To compare destinations, also check countries and prices. A country’s presence in this list does not guarantee that a number is available for immediate delivery.

Prepare the holder’s details

First decide who will hold the number: an individual or a business. Then check the conditions for that choice. Pay attention when the catalogue distinguishes between personal and business use. Do not prepare company documents for an application that will be submitted in an individual’s name. The holder’s details should match your intended application.

  • Check the holder’s name and the details you will provide when ordering.
  • Review the location, area code and type of number you are requesting.
  • Check the specific conditions for each document listed in the catalogue.

If a requirement mentions an address, check its required scope: local, national or another area. If it specifies a document age or format, review that detail before sending anything. Examples illustrate a requirement but do not replace its conditions. Do not assume a file is acceptable simply because it looks similar to the example.

The virtual number requirements in this list reflect the data available when you load the page. Check your selection again if you return later. An earlier visit may have shown different conditions. Before requesting a quote, specify the country, location and intended use so we can provide guidance relevant to your application.

Why do some countries ask for documents?

Ordering conditions depend on the country and the type of number. The catalogue may list holder details, documents or address conditions. Read your selection’s details to see what applies to it. Do not automatically use another country’s requirements as a checklist for your own number.

When should I send the documents?

Read the conditions first and confirm the procedure for your application with our team. We will explain how to provide the relevant documents. This page lets you consult requirements; it does not contain a form for uploading personal documents. Ask us if you are unsure about the next step.

How long does verification take?

This page does not give a single processing time for all countries. Ask about the expected timing for your number before planning its launch. Preparing documents does not mean your application has been approved or that the number is already active. Confirm the status of your own application with our team.

What does “To be confirmed” mean?

It means detailed requirements are unavailable for that selection in the catalogue’s enabled locations. We need to review your case with you. It does not mean “no special requirements” and does not confirm availability or automatic approval. Please ask before assuming you can proceed without additional information.

Can I order from another country?

That depends on the particular number’s conditions. Check whether the details require an address or documents from the number’s country. If you live elsewhere, tell us about your situation. We can then check the options before you start the application, based on the destination and number type you need.

Can requirements change after I check them?

They can change. Reload the page before starting a new application and review your chosen number type’s details. If an application is already underway, ask our team which conditions apply to your case. A previous search does not replace checking the current information for a new request.

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