Before you apply, check to see if your business already has a DUNS number. You can use the D&B lookup tool to search your company.nnApplying for a DUNS number is a simple process. It takes an average of 30 business days to get your number.nnYou can get a number for free unless you want or need to pay for an expedited number. You can pay $229 for expedited service within eight days with DUNSFile.nnVisit the Dun & Bradstreet website and follow these steps to apply:nnStep 1: Identify Your Company NeedsnnChoose the option that best fits:nnI have a US-based business.nnI have a Canada-based business.nnI'm an Apple developer.nnI'm a US Government Contractor or Grantee.nnI need a UFI to register with the FDA.nnStep 2: Provide Information About Your BusinessnnDuring this step, you'll provide the following information about your business:nnThe legal name of the company.nnYour business's physical address.nnBusiness phone number.nnName of the business owner(s), president, or CEO.nnYour business's legal structure (sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp).nnThe year the business was established.nnThe primary industry of your business.nnThe number of employees (full-time and part-time).nnStep 3: Choose the Free or Paid Version at CheckoutnnWhen checking out, the application will ask if you want to pay for the expedited process. You don't need to pay for the service.nnStep 4: Authenticate Your Business with a D&B RepresentativennA representative from Dun & Bradstreet might contact you to verify the information you provided. The process is completed once you authenticate your business. Dun & Bradstreet will send you an email with your D-U-N-S number.