Dissolution of a business

There are official procedures for the closure of a business. The reason for closing the business determines which procedures should be followed and by whom. The closure of a branch office differs from the closure of a business.

Reasons for closing a business:

• The death of the entrepreneur
• The dissolution of a company
• Financial difficulties
• Other (personal) reasons

Depending on the type of company and the business activity, there is a lot to do:

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  Closing a sole proprietorship

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  Closing a company

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  Surrendering the trade licence

Information about self-employed activities^{German text} can be found on the website of the relevant chamber or professional body.

Further links

• Register of notaries (→ ÖNK)^{German text}
• Register of lawyers (→ ÖRAK)^{German text}