Glossary Term

KVK Number

The KVK number is an 8-digit Dutch Chamber of Commerce registration number that uniquely identifies businesses registered in the Netherlands.

Quick Facts

format
8 digits
country
Netherlands
registry
Kamer van Koophandel
schemeID
0106

Definition

What is a KVK Number?

The KVK (Kamer van Koophandel) number is the Dutch business registration number. Every business registered in the Netherlands receives a unique 8-digit KVK number.

Format

  • 8 digits

  • No letters or special characters

  • schemeID: 0106

    • In E-Invoices

    The KVK number is used as a Peppol participant identifier for Dutch businesses:

    12345678

    vs BTW-nummer

  • KVK: Business registration (8 digits)

  • BTW: VAT registration (NL + 9 digits + B + 2 digits)

    • Many businesses have both, but they serve different purposes.