Fill in KVK Form 1 online
Registers an eenmanszaak (sole proprietorship) on paper, mainly when you take over or continue an existing business; most new sole traders register online and confirm at a KVK appointment.
Do not sign this form electronically. KVK Form 1 has to be signed by hand, in person or through the agency’s own filing system. You can type your details into the PDF here, then print it and follow the official instructions to sign and submit it.
KVK Form 1 at a glance
- Official name
- Registration eenmanszaak (sole proprietorship) – Form 1
- Issued by
- KVK (Netherlands Chamber of Commerce)
- Country
- Netherlands
- Category
- Business and companies
- Language
- English and Dutch
- Who uses it
- People taking over or continuing a business as an eenmanszaak, and residents of the Wadden Islands registering by post.
- Signature
Print and sign by hand
KVK requires a handwritten signature, not a copy or scan. Sign the printed Dutch version, which fills in automatically from the English form, and include a copy of the signer's ID.
KVK Form 1 (Eenmanszaak inschrijven) registers a sole proprietorship in the Dutch Business Register. Today it is mainly used when you take over or continue an existing business, or register by post from the Wadden Islands; other new sole traders register online. Open the official form from KVK in BunnyDoc's free Sign PDF tool straight from this page, type into its fillable fields and download it to print and sign by hand. The PDF is handled in your browser and never leaves your device.
How to fill in KVK Form 1
Start or continue (section 1)
Say whether you are starting a new eenmanszaak or continuing an existing business or establishment, and from which date.
Details of the eenmanszaak (section 2)
Enter trade names, a description of the activities, sales channels, import or export, addresses, contact details and the number of people working in the business. Free-text answers need a Dutch translation.
Owner details (section 3)
Give the owner's personal details and add a handwritten signature in 3.1, not a copy or scan.
Advertising and hiring out staff (sections 4 and 5)
Choose whether you want to receive less unsolicited advertising, and say whether you hire out employees.
Sign the form (section 6)
Print the full set, including the Dutch version, and sign by hand in section 6.1 to confirm the details are correct. Cross out mistakes and initial each correction.
Make an appointment or post it (section 7)
If you take over a business not yet registered with KVK, bring the form to a KVK appointment. If you live on the Wadden Islands or take over a business already registered, you can post it with a copy of your ID.
What you need before you start
- A valid ID document (bring the original to an appointment, or a copy by post).
- Proof of the start date if it was more than 2 months ago, such as a purchase invoice.
- A franchise contract if you are a franchisee.
- Form 9 for each extra establishment and Form 13 for authorised representatives, if needed.
- Proof you may use the business address if it differs from your home address.
Fee and how to submit
KVK charges a one-off registration fee of €85.15 in 2026 for a new registration, and sends the invoice by post when you register on paper. Book appointments on kvk.nl and find postal addresses on the KVK postal addresses page.
Common mistakes
- Signing only the English pages instead of the Dutch version.
- Sending a scanned or copied signature.
- Leaving business activities untranslated.
- Forgetting the copy of the signer's ID when posting the form.
KVK Form 1: frequently asked questions
Can I register my eenmanszaak online instead?
Yes. New sole traders normally register online and then visit KVK. Form 1 is mainly for takeovers and for Wadden Islands residents who register by post.
How much does KVK registration cost?
KVK charges a one-off registration fee of €85.15 in 2026. It is adjusted each year.
Can I sign KVK Form 1 electronically?
No. KVK says you cannot send the form digitally, and the owner's signature must be handwritten, not a copy or scan.
Which version do I sign, English or Dutch?
The Dutch version. When you fill in the English form on screen, the attached Dutch form is filled in automatically, and that is the one you sign and submit.
Where do I send Form 1?
Post it to KVK if that is allowed in your situation, or bring it to your KVK appointment. Addresses are on the KVK postal addresses page.
Is BunnyDoc connected to KVK?
No. BunnyDoc is not affiliated with KVK (the Netherlands Chamber of Commerce). We link to the official form published by KVK and give you a free tool to fill it in your browser.
BunnyDoc is not affiliated with KVK (Netherlands Chamber of Commerce). Always download the latest edition from the official site and follow its instructions for signing and filing.
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