Netherlands Company Search by Name

Netherlands company search by nameTo search Netherlands companies by name, enter the name (or the first part of it) into the search box. Matches are returned from KVK with KVK number, Trade name and legal name, Legal form, Date of registration. Name search is free and needs no account.Steps

Enter the company name Type the trading or legal name. You do not need the full name — the first distinctive word is usually enough.

Narrow ambiguous matches Common names return several entities. Use the registered address, incorporation date, or entity type (BV (Besloten vennootschap), NV (Naamloze vennootschap), Eenmanszaak (Sole trader)) to identify the right one.

Open the matching record Each result links to a full record showing KVK number, Trade name and legal name, Legal form, Date of registration.

Cross-check against KVK For KYC or contract files, confirm the record against the primary source at https://www.kvk.nl.

Frequently asked questionsCan I search Netherlands companies by name for free?Yes. Name search against KVK is free and requires no account. Certified extracts and filed documents may carry a fee on the official register.What if I only know part of the company name?Partial name search works — enter the distinctive part and review the matches. Adding the city or entity type helps when the name is common.What does a Netherlands company search return?Each record shows KVK number, Trade name and legal name, Legal form, Date of registration, sourced from KVK.What is a KVK number?KVK number is an 8-digit unique identifier assigned to every business registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce. It's the primary way to identify and verify Dutch businesses.Source: KVKLast verified: 2026-06-01