CAGE / NCAGE Code Format Validator
A Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code is a 5-character identifier assigned by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to verify facility locations for government contracting.
Validate entity-identifier format, structure, and check digits offline. For LEI codes, also query live status in the official GLEIF registry.
CAGE / NCAGE Code Format Validator
Checks format & structure only (5-character alphanumeric format). This tool does not check active facility status; to verify active DLA CAGE facility records, search the official DLA CAGE Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a valid CAGE Code?
A Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code is a 5-character alphanumeric identifier assigned by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to support federal procurement and cataloging.
What is the CAGE code format validation pattern?
Standard US CAGE codes are 5 characters, starting or ending with a digit (excluding I and O), and alphanumeric. Foreign NCAGE codes follow standard international NATO structures.