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Cancel a business registration

Mandatory notification of the closure of a business to the Department of Business and Industry.

Processing: 1 day
Online application possibleSuccess rate: 99.0 %

How to proceed

  1. 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. 2

    Notify the tax office

    Report the cessation of business activities to the tax authorities (tax registration form).

  3. 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.

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