Cancel a business registration
Mandatory notification of the closure of a business to the Department of Business and Industry.
How to proceed
- 1
Submit a business deregistration form to the Department of Business and Industry
In person, by mail, or online, with an ID card and a business license.
- 2
Notify the tax office
Report the cessation of business activities to the tax authorities (tax registration form).
- 3
Confirmation of cancellation received
The Business Registration Office will confirm the deregistration free of charge.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
1 day
Official: max. 1 day
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
Common mistakes
- • Forgot to deregister with the tax office
- • Business license not returned
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Business owners who permanently cease their self-employment.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. 1 day
Success rate
approx. 99.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Forgot to deregister with the tax office
- •Business license not returned
Common reasons for rejection
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.