How to Get Enhanced Digital Certification (EDC) in Europe

Expanding your business in Europe means competing in a fast-moving, interconnected marketplace. SupplierGATEWAY’s Enhanced Digital Certification (EDC) gives your company the credibility, visibility, and recognition it needs to connect with large corporations and international buyers.

With EDC, you can quickly demonstrate that your business is registered, equity-led, and verified, helping you stand out when opportunities arise. The process is designed to be simple, online, and affordable — so whether you’re in Berlin, Paris, Milan, or Lisbon, you can gain the certification that opens doors to growth and global partnerships.

What is EDC?

The Enhanced Digital Certification (EDC) is a digital credential that confirms:

• Your business is legally registered in your country.
• At least 51% ownership and control belong to individuals from diverse categories (women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, or persons with disabilities).
• The identity of owners has been verified through secure checks.
  
   

It’s like a trust badge that signals to buyers across Europe — and worldwide — that your company is credible, compliant, and ready to do business.

General Eligibility (All European Countries)

To apply, your business must be:

• Legally registered in your country (sole proprietorship, partnership, or incorporated company).
• At least 51% owned, managed, and controlled by qualifying diverse individuals.
• Able to provide government-issued photo ID for the qualifying owner(s).
   

Required Documents (Typical Across Europe)

• Proof of business registration (e.g., Certificate of Incorporation, Business Register Extract, or VAT registration).
• National Tax Identification Number (e.g., VAT ID, TIN, UTR, or country equivalent).
• Government-issued photo ID of the qualifying owner(s).
• Articles of Association or Partnership Agreement (if applicable).
• Ability to complete biometric identity verification.
  
   

Tip: Save your company registration extract and tax ID certificate as PDF files so they’re easy to upload.

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Create a SupplierGATEWAY account and select your country.
2. Open the EDC application.
3. Enter your business and ownership details.
4. Upload the required documents.
5. Complete biometric verification.
6. Pay the certification fee (€25 for 1 year / €70 for 3 years, or waived if you have sponsorship).
7. Submit and receive certification — often within minutes!
    

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Documents:

• Companies House Certificate of Incorporation.
• VAT number or Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR).
   
• Tip: Download the latest incorporation extract from Companies House for easy upload.
  
   

🇩🇪 Germany

Documents:

• Handelsregisterauszug (Commercial Register Extract).
• Umsatzsteuer-Identifikationsnummer (VAT ID).
• Tip: Ensure your Handelsregisterauszug is recent and matches your tax records.
  
   

🇫🇷 France

Documents:

• Extrait Kbis (official business registration extract).

• Numéro SIREN/SIRET (business identification).
   

  Tip: Request your Kbis online for a certified digital copy to upload.
  
   

🇪🇸 Spain

Documents:

• Escritura de Constitución (Incorporation Deed).

• Número de Identificación Fiscal (NIF).

  Tip: Check that your NIF is active before submitting.
  
   

🇮🇹 Italy

Documents:

• Visura Camerale (Chamber of Commerce extract).

• Codice Fiscale / Partita IVA (Tax/VAT ID).
   

  Tip: Scan your Visura Camerale clearly to avoid delays.
  
   

🇵🇱 Poland

Documents:

• KRS (National Court Register extract).

• NIP (Tax Identification Number).
   

  Tip: Make sure your KRS extract is updated within the last 6 months.
  
   

(Other European countries like the Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, and the Nordics follow a similar pattern: registration extract, tax ID, and ownership verification.)

Validity & Renewal (All Countries)

Certification is valid for 1 year (or 3 years if you choose the extended option).
Renewal involves updating your documents and completing identity verification again.
You’ll receive reminders ahead of time so you don’t miss renewal.

 

Helpful Tips for Success

• Make sure your company register extract is recent (most countries require documents no older than 3–6 months).

• Keep your tax ID and registration consistent — names and addresses must match.

• Use good lighting for the biometric verification step.

• Create a digital “EDC folder” with all your documents for easy renewal later.
  
   

Registration Link

Apply for EDC – Europe

 

With SupplierGateway's EDC, your European business can stand out to buyers worldwide who are actively searching for diverse, trustworthy suppliers. Whether you’re in London, Paris, Berlin, Madrid, or Rome, certification takes just a few minutes but can open doors to long-term partnerships and growth opportunities.