What documents do I need to register as a chef?
Getting your profile approved starts with the right paperwork. Here's exactly what's required, and how it depends on your business status.
Required for every chef
- Proof of identity — passport, national ID card, or driving licence with photo
- Bank details — the IBAN of the account you want to receive payouts on
- Proof of Address — your full residential or business address
What else you need, depending on your status
Situation | What's required |
|---|---|
Individual / freelancer, no registered business | ID + IBAN + address only. No VAT number required |
Registered business (KvK, SIRET, or your country's equivalent) | ID + IBAN + address + business registration details |
VAT registered | Your VAT number (optional, but recommended — it's what determines your commission rate) |
VAT exempt (e.g. auto-entrepreneur in France, kleine onderneming in Belgium, Regime Forfettario in Italy) | ID + IBAN + address only. Leave the VAT number field blank |
Why this matters
Your identity document and address confirm who you are, your IBAN is where payouts are sent, and your business/VAT details (if applicable) determine how your invoices are issued and what commission rate applies. If you're not sure which category applies to you, our Tax ID / Business Number — What to Enter by Country article has the specifics for your country.
Updated on: 29/09/2026
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