Taiwan Company – GUI Number
| Q: |
What is Government Uniform Invoice Number (GUI Number)? |
| A: |
A GUI Number is a unique identification number issued by the Taiwan registration authorities to business entities. It is used to identify businesses and for tax, government, and other business-related matters. |
| Q: |
Will the GUI number change if the company name is changed? |
| A: |
No. If the company name is changed, the GUI Number will remain unchanged. |
| Q: |
Is the GUI number the same as the tax registration number? |
| A: |
No. The tax registration number is primarily used by the local National Taxation Bureau office to identify the business’s tax jurisdiction and manage its tax filing status. |
| Q: |
Can the GUI number be selected by the company? |
| A: |
No, the GUI number is assigned by the competent authority upon approval of the company’s registration. |
| Q: |
Will the GUI number be canceled if the company suspends its business operations? |
| A: |
No. Suspension of business does not mean that the company is immediately dissolved, and the GUI number generally remains valid during the suspension period. |

