Cost
Depends on outstanding tax, contract and other obligations
Work and business
Work and businessEditorially reviewed 02/09/2026
Closing a craft business
Deregister a craft business from the Craft Register and then close tax, insurance and other business obligations.
Usual time
Termination entry follows a complete application; final obligations can take longer
Responsible institution
Obrtni registar
How would you like to apply?
Documents and steps differ depending on how you apply.
In person or by another permitted method
Submit the application to the competent institution following its current instructions.
Online
Submit the application through the official electronic service stated in the steps and sources.
Required documents
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Steps
In person or by another permitted method
- 1
Set the termination date
Check contracts, employees, debts, inventory and tax consequences.
- 2
Submit the application to the competent administrative authority
Submit the completed craft-business termination application to the body maintaining the Craft Register.
- 3
Deregister insurance and employees
Complete HZMO, HZZO and other deregistrations within statutory deadlines.
- 4
Close tax and business obligations
File final returns, close the account where appropriate and retain documentation.
Online
- 1
Set the termination date
Check contracts, employees, debts, inventory and tax consequences.
- 2
Send the application through e-Obrt
Sign in to the e-service, choose craft-business termination, enter the date and submit electronically.
- 3
Deregister insurance and employees
Complete HZMO, HZZO and other deregistrations within statutory deadlines.
- 4
Close tax and business obligations
File final returns, close the account where appropriate and retain documentation.
Prices and deadlines
| Procedure | Price | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
Procedure cost The final amount depends on the applicable tariff and circumstances of the individual application. | Depends on outstanding tax, contract and other obligations | Termination entry follows a complete application; final obligations can take longer |
Important notes
- Removal from the register does not erase debts and earlier obligations.
- The termination date affects tax, contributions and contracts.
Common mistakes
- Deregistering only from the Craft Register.
- Not resolving employees, fiscalisation or business premises.
Institutions
Official sources
Information was editorially reviewed on 02/09/2026. Before applying, check the latest information on official websites.
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