Change the business registration
Reporting changes to an existing business—such as a new location, a change in business activities, or a change in legal structure.
How to proceed
- 1
Fill out the business registration form
Please provide details of any changes (address, business activity, legal form).
- 2
Submit it to the relevant business registration office
If you change your business location, the Trade Licensing Office at the new location will have jurisdiction.
- 3
Confirmation received
Will be forwarded to the tax office and professional associations.
Required documents
- Previous business licenseMandatoryOften forgotten
- Identification cardMandatory
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
5 days
Official: max. approx. 2 weeks
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
Common mistakes
- • The change was reported late
- • New job description is too vague
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Businesses with changes to their place of business, activities, ownership, or legal structure.
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. 5 days
Success rate
approx. 98.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The change was reported late
- •New job description is too vague
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.