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An IFSC code identifies a specific bank branch in India. Learn how IFSC validation works, why regex is not enough, and how to verify codes with a single API call.

A VAT number identifies a business for tax purposes. Learn how EU VAT formats work, where regex breaks down, and how to validate tax IDs with one API call.