Secondhand Goods Dealer Register Exemption

An exemption from the secondhand goods dealer register (opkopersregister-vrijstelling) allows certain traders to be relieved from the full registration obligation. The municipality can grant this exemption when the administrative burden of maintaining the complete register is disproportionate to the nature of your trade.

The exemption may apply to specific categories of goods, such as bulk textile lots or low-value clearance items, where the risk of stolen goods is minimal. You must apply to the municipality and explain why the standard registration requirements are not proportional for your situation. The exemption may come with alternative, lighter record-keeping requirements.

Requirements

  • Application: A formal application must be submitted to the municipality.
  • Justification: The applicant must demonstrate why an exemption is justified.
  • Specific activities: The exemption often applies only to certain categories of goods or trading methods.
  • Alternative measures: You may need to take alternative measures to replace the registration obligation.

Procedure

  • Submit application: Submit an application to the municipality with clear justification.
  • Assessment: The municipality assesses whether you qualify for an exemption.
  • Decision: The municipality makes a decision on the exemption.
  • Conditions: Specific conditions may be attached to the exemption if granted.