Service code: 00107

Close a sole proprietorship

Record the closure of a sole proprietorship in the Unified State Register.

Reviewing paper documents at a work desk

These are general requirements for the procedure. Availability at each reception point is verified separately. Confirm reception arrangements and current requirements before visiting.

Fee

Free of charge.

Processing time

Within 24 hours of receiving the documents, excluding weekends and public holidays; the automatic service follows a separate procedure.

Who can apply

A sole proprietor choosing to close their business, or an applicant relying on another statutory ground.

Documents to prepare

  • Sole proprietorship closure application.
  • An identity document in person and representative authority if applicable.
  • The relevant death document or court decision for closure following death or a missing-person declaration.

How to apply

  1. Choose an authorised registrar/CNAP or check the Diia service eligibility.
  2. Complete the application, check personal details and attach the documents for your case.
  3. Obtain the register result or refusal notice and check the entry after processing.

What you receive

A closure entry in the register or a reasoned refusal.

Possible grounds for refusal

  • An unauthorised applicant or an application to the wrong registration authority.
  • Incomplete documents or inconsistent or inaccurate details.
  • A statutory or court-imposed prohibition on the registration action.

Before you apply

  • Register closure does not cancel tax debts, reporting duties or other obligations.
  • After closure, check the final payments and filings required by your tax regime.

Where to apply

Only published reception points with address-specific evidence are listed below. This is not a complete list.

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For “Close a sole proprietorship”, check the institution and address where you intend to submit your application. The general procedure helps you prepare questions; the individual office page provides contacts and confirmation of service availability. Eligibility, documents and processing information remain in the main sections above. The related directory below helps you find relevant CNAP points.

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Name the administrative action you need, then check the submission and collection locations, personal attendance and appointments. Use the procedure’s official sources to confirm requirements for your circumstances.

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