Proven® Trusted Business · Pricing

One certificate.
Recognised across Europe.

A single annual fee covers everything — evaluation, certificate, badge kit, verified listing, and media coverage at launch. No hidden add-ons.

What's included

Proven® Trusted Business

Every certification comes with the full package. No separate badge licence fee, no upsells.

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Official dated certificate

Print-ready A4 PDF confirming your status as a Proven® Trusted Business. Issued with your company name, country, and year.

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Full digital badge kit

Website badge (PNG + SVG, light & dark), email signature badge, and document stamp. Ready to use the same day.

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Verified listing on provencompanies.com

Your company appears in the public Proven® registry — searchable by partners, clients, banks, and investors across Europe.

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Media coverage at launch

Certified companies are named in country-specific press releases and editorial partnerships. Recognition that no paid PR campaign can replicate.

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Better payment & credit conditions

Being Proven® signals you are a reliable payer. Partners and financial institutions offer better terms to companies with verified payment behaviour.

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Annual renewal

Renewing each year builds a track record of continuous financial strength — not just a one-time snapshot. Compounds over time.

2026 Certification

Proven® Trusted Business

🇮🇪 Ireland
254
per year · excl. VAT

Everything included

  • Dated PDF certificate
  • Website badge (PNG + SVG)
  • Email signature badge
  • Document stamp
  • Verified listing on provencompanies.com
  • Media coverage at launch
  • Annual renewal
Certification is by invitation — your company must meet strict eligibility criteria before an offer is made.
Return on investment

Why it makes business sense

The value of Proven® is not the certificate itself — it is the signal it sends to everyone who interacts with your company.

01

One deal closes faster because of it

If the Proven® badge helps close a single deal that might otherwise have stalled, it has already paid for itself many times over.

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More effective than a PR campaign

A press release, editorial feature, and verified public listing in one package. Independent recognition at this scale is not available through any other single channel.

03

Compounds over time

Each year you renew, your credibility signal strengthens. Three consecutive certifications signals long-term stability — not just a single good year.

04

Supports recruitment

Top candidates research companies before applying. A Proven® badge signals financial health and stability — a competitive advantage in any hiring market.

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Strengthens bank relationships

Financial institutions increasingly ask for third-party validation. Proven® provides that in an immediately recognisable, EU-standard format.

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EU-recognised standard

Your Irish certification is understood by partners in Portugal, Romania, Spain, and beyond. One badge, one meaning, across all markets.

How it works

From evaluation to delivery

We come to you — not the other way around. If your company qualifies, we reach out.

1

We evaluate

We score your company using all available data — registry, credit bureau, tax, payment behaviour. No forms required.

2

We contact you

If your company meets every criterion, we reach out with a certification offer and your preliminary score.

3

You pay

Review the offer and complete payment via secure Stripe link. A VAT invoice is issued automatically.

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We deliver

Full certificate and badge kit by email. Verified listing live on provencompanies.com the same day.

Common questions

Frequently asked

Can I apply directly?

Yes — submit an application on our main page. We evaluate your company and respond within 2 business days. Certification is only confirmed if all criteria are met.

What if my company doesn't qualify?

We will let you know which criteria were not met. You are welcome to reapply in the next annual cycle if your financial position improves.

Is VAT included in €254?

No. €254 is the net price excluding VAT. VAT is applied in accordance with EU rules based on your company's country and VAT registration status.

How is payment made?

We send a secure Stripe payment link. You pay by card. A VAT invoice is issued automatically upon successful payment.

How long is certification valid?

Certification is valid for one calendar year (2026). Annual renewal is available — companies that renew are re-evaluated against current data each year.

What other countries are available?

Ireland is the first active market. Portugal, Romania, Spain, Belgium, and Croatia are launching soon. Register interest on our main page.

Ready to apply?

Submit your company details and we will evaluate eligibility within 2 business days. No payment required at this stage.