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In cooperation with the Zentralverband des Deutschen Handwerks (ZDH)

You would like to start a craft?
Then you are in the right place!

No matter whether you are a baker, hairdresser, roofer or want to open or take over a business with another craft, this is very easy using handwerk:digital, an online portal of the chambers of crafts. Here you can find out what formalities you need to take care of to set up your business project and complete them online right away.

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Do you have any other matters of importance concerning your craft business?

  • Communicate change

    You have a craft business and something is changing? Then we will guide you with a few questions to the online form with which you can report your change to the responsible Chamber of Crafts.

  • Apply for exemption permit or business entitlement

    Would you like to become self-employed in a craft that requires a license without a master's degree? This is possible if, for example, you have sufficient experience or a recognized qualification from abroad. You can apply to have your qualifications recognized here.

  • Communicate change to the management

    For example, the management is leaving and a new one is joining? Here you will find the right online form.

  • Give up business

    You would like to give up your previous business completely? You can report this to your Chamber of Crafts here.

Additional Links

  • Under the Online Access Act

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  • Other federal states will join soon.