Register a business - sole proprietorship/private person

A business registration is always required if an independent operation of

• of a standing trade,
• a branch office or
• a dependent branch office

is taken up.
Business registration is required in order to be allowed to operate a trade. In addition, a permit or an entry in the register of skilled crafts may be required, which must be applied for at the respective competent office.

Requirements

The registered office of the business enterprise, branch office or dependent branch is in the city of Bremen.

What documents do I need?

• completed business registration form
  

  It is also possible to register and submit the form online, see procedure. You do not need to complete the form in advance for an appointment on site.

• Identity card or passport
  

  - a copy is sufficient for written notification
  - in the case of representation with written power of attorney, the authorized representative must be able to identify themselves with an identity card or passport

• any necessary permits
  

  (e.g. restaurant concession)

• if applicable, craft card from the Bremen Chamber of Crafts
  

  When registering a trade requiring a license (Annex A to the HwO) or not requiring a license (Annex B1 to the HwO) Trade or business card when registering a trade similar to a trade (Annex B2 to the HwO)