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Popular searches:
Germany
Companies in the commercial register (Handelsregister)
- GmbH, UG, AG, KG, OHG
- All district courts covered
- HRB and HRA numbers
Austria
Companies in the Firmenbuch
- GmbH, AG, KG, OG
- All regional courts
- Firmenbuch numbers (FN)
Switzerland
Companies in the Handelsregister
- GmbH, AG, KlG, KmG
- All cantons
- UID and CHE numbers
Use Cases for Company Search
Due Diligence & KYC
Verify business partners and suppliers before signing contracts
Market Analysis
Identify competitors and industry trends
B2B Lead Generation
Find potential customers and decision-makers
M&A Research
Research acquisition targets and investments
Legal Forms Overview
| Legal Form | Country | Minimum Capital | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| GmbH | DE / AT / CH | 25.000 € / 35.000 € / 20.000 CHF | HRB / FN / UID |
| UG (limited liability) | DE | 1 € | HRB |
| AG | DE / AT / CH | 50.000 € / 70.000 € / 100.000 CHF | HRB / FN / UID |
| KG | DE / AT | No minimum | HRA / FN |
| GmbH & Co. KG | DE / AT | 25.000 € (GmbH) | HRA / FN |
| SE (Societas Europaea) | EU | 120.000 € | HRB / FN |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies can I find with the company search?
You can find companies from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. This includes all companies registered in the German commercial register (HRB/HRA), the Austrian Firmenbuch (FN) and the Swiss Handelsregister - from GmbHs to AGs to sole proprietors and associations.
What company data is displayed in the search?
Depending on availability, we show: company name and legal form, commercial register/Firmenbuch number, business address, managing directors and board members, share capital, founding date, company status, and financial metrics like revenue and employee count.
Is the company search free?
Yes. Registration is free and gives you company search and full company profiles without a limit, including financial data and ownership networks. Watchdog monitoring, list exports and API access are part of the paid plans.
How current is the company data?
Our data is synchronized daily with the registers (German Handelsregister, Austrian Firmenbuch, Swiss Handelsregister). Changes like new managing directors, capital increases or address changes are typically updated within 24-48 hours after registration.
Can I search for managing directors or board members?
Yes, with our executive search you can specifically search for people and find all companies where they are registered as managing director, board member, authorized signatory or shareholder. This is particularly useful for due diligence checks.
What is the difference between commercial register and Firmenbuch?
The German Handelsregister is maintained by district courts. The Austrian Firmenbuch is maintained by regional courts. The Swiss Handelsregister is maintained by cantonal offices. All are public directories with legal notice effect.
Which legal forms are covered?
We cover all common legal forms: In Germany GmbH, UG, AG, KG, OHG, GmbH & Co. KG, SE, eG, and e.V. In Austria GmbH, AG, KG, OG, SE. In Switzerland GmbH, AG, KlG, KmG. Foreign branch offices are also covered.
How can I use company data for my business?
The data is suitable for various business purposes: supplier and customer verification, market and competitive analyses, due diligence in M&A transactions, compliance checks (KYC), B2B sales lead generation and financial analyses.
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