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Which types of organizations in the Netherlands are included in North Data?
In the Netherlands, most formal legal entities are required to register with the KVK (Kamer van Koophandel – the Dutch Chamber of Commerce). This obligation applies not only to traditional businesses, but to any organization that carries out legal or economic activities – regardless of whether it is profit-oriented or not.
| Organization Type | Legal Form (in the Netherlands) | Included in North Data (KVK Registration) |
|---|---|---|
| Association | Vereniging (VvE) | Yes |
| Foundation | Stichting | Yes |
| Cooperative | Coöperatie (C.V.) | Yes |
| Registered Partnership | Vennootschap onder Firma (VoF) / Commanditaire Vennootschap (C.V.) | Yes |
| Sole Proprietorship | Eenmanszaak | Yes |
| Universities / Schools | Stichting | Yes |
| Libraries | Stichting | Yes |
| Hospitals | Stichting, Zorg-BV (Besloten Vennootschap) | Yes |
| Trade Unions | Vereniging (VvE) / Stichting | Yes |
| Political Parties | Vereniging (VvE) / Sui generis legal form | Yes |
| Pharmacies | Eenmanszaak / BV (Besloten Vennootschap) / Maatschap | Yes |
| Doctors / Therapists / Lawyers | Maatschap / BV (Besloten Vennootschap) / Eenmanszaak | Yes |
| Tax Firms | BV (Besloten Vennootschap) / Maatschap / Coöperatie (C.V.) | Yes |
| Churches (Sui generis) | Kerkgenootschap (Sui generis) | Yes |
Note: The legal forms listed (e.g., “Stichting”, “Vereniging”, “VoF”) indicate the legal structures under which these types of organizations may operate in the Netherlands. Depending on their structure, purpose, or legal status, an organization may adopt one of these legal forms.