Clarify the business and the owner
A proprietorship’s trading name and its proprietor’s legal name may differ. We review how your business is documented and why a platform or customer is requesting the number before suggesting a route.
Gather evidence of business activity
Relevant material may include proprietor PAN, applicable GST registration, Udyam details where available, business address evidence and other business records. These are examples for preparation; the official verification process determines what is accepted.
Be careful with Apple enrollment
Apple’s organization enrollment rules generally do not treat sole proprietorships as eligible organizations. Holding a D-U-N-S number does not change that. Individual enrollment may be the appropriate route. We explain the distinction before you apply.
Allow seven days as a service target
Our client-stated proprietorship support target is seven days after receipt of complete information. It is not a guaranteed issuance deadline. Additional verification or inconsistencies can extend the time.
Questions for sole proprietorships
Which documents should I prepare?
Prepare your exact legal business name, registered and operating address, contact details, entity registration records where applicable, and an authorized representative’s details. Depending on your business and jurisdiction, incorporation records, PAN, GST registration, partnership deed or business/address evidence may be relevant. The final request comes from the official verifier.
Does Star International issue D-U-N-S numbers?
No. Dun & Bradstreet issues and manages D-U-N-S numbers. Star International is an independent consultancy providing document readiness, information checks and guidance through the official application process. We are not an authorized D&B agent, affiliate or issuing authority.
What does the consultancy cost?
We provide a written, case-specific quote after reviewing your entity type, country, intended use and urgency. The quote should separate our consultancy fee from any official or third-party charges. No price is implied by contacting us.