Business licence renewal in Netherlands
How to renew a business licence — how it works anywhere
In the Netherlands, most business entities do not require a formal 'business licence' for general operations, as the primary requirement is registration in the Commercial Register (Handelsregister). Renewing or updating business details is managed through the Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel) to ensure company information remains current.
While there is no fixed renewal deadline for general registration, businesses should update their information whenever changes occur, such as changes in address, board members, or business activities, to avoid administrative discrepancies.
Start 5 days ahead
Processing digital updates is generally immediate or takes a few business days, though verification of legal changes can take longer depending on the complexity of the registration.
The process
- 1Identify the specific changes required for the business entity profile.
- 2Log in to the official KVK portal using eIDAS or an authorized digital signature method.
- 3Select the option to change business details or company information.
- 4Submit the necessary documentation supporting the change (e.g., deed of amendment).
- 5Pay any applicable processing fees through the provided secure payment portal.
- 6Receive a confirmation of the update to the Commercial Register.
What to bring
- Digital identity verification (DigiD or eIDAS)
- Deed of amendment (if applicable to legal entity changes)
- Authorized representative details
- Proof of payment for processing fees
Who handles it
Kamer van Koophandel (Chamber of Commerce)
Fees for registering changes vary based on the type of amendment; current pricing is published on the KVK official website.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure that the legal structure of the business matches the update being requested.
- Check if changes require a formal notary deed before submission to the KVK.
- Confirm that all registered signatories have authorized the updates.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
Don't rely on remembering
Renewals here take about 5 days to start. Add this document and Duratum will tell you when that window opens.