Registering a foreign legal entity or company

1. Download the forms 

Form 6: Foreign legal entity or company registration form 
Form 11: Official registration form for legal entity 
Form 13: Authorised representative registration form 

2. Fill in the forms 

Fill in the forms. Each form states who is authorised to sign the form and which supporting documents you need to bring, such as proof of registration abroad issued no more than 1 month ago. The form also states whether you have to fill in any other forms. 

3. Make an appointment at a KVK office to complete your registration 

During your appointment, a KVK employee will check your ID and all completed and signed forms and documents. If these are approved, we will retain the documents and you will receive your KVK number within a few working days.

• You can make an appointment at any KVK office
• Plan your appointment well in advance. There may be waiting times at busy KVK offices
• You pay a one-time registration fee. 
• You can order a KVK Business Register extract directly after you have registered. You can use this as proof of registration. Some banks and wholesalers ask for an extract.
• Click on ‘Log in with DigiD’ to make an appointment.