Abstract VAT Validation vs Send Person to Merchant
If you need a Finance API that's easy to integrate, go with Abstract VAT Validation.
Abstract VAT Validation
Validate VAT numbers and calculate VAT rates
Send Person to Merchant
API provided by mastercard.com
Abstract VAT Validation
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Send Person to Merchant
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- Currently flagged as inactive
| Feature | Abstract VAT Validation | Send Person to Merchant |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Abstract VAT Validation works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.