Bibob law

The Bibob law is an important administrative tool for government bodies. The powers granted by the Bibob Act enable government agencies to protect their own integrity by preventing the government from unintentionally facilitating criminal activities. 

Experience shows that this law is not primarily applied to 'criminal organizations'. In practice, it is often private individuals and entrepreneurs who face negative consequences under the Bibob Act. This can happen, for instance, due to an incorrectly completed Bibob form or a loan from, or business association with, a third party with a criminal record. In many cases, it is advisable to consult with the municipality. Our Bibob team can provide you with advice in this regard.

The Bibob law applies to the following different types of government decisions:

• decisions (such as permits, exemptions, allocations, approvals, recognitions, registrations, and designations);
• grants;
• government contracts; and
• real estate transactions.

The Bibob law can be applied within various sectors, including:

• recreation and entertainment (such as hospitality, events, coffee shops, sex establishments, liquor stores, gaming machine businesses),
• construction and real estate (such as building permits, real estate transactions, housing corporations, housing permits),
• transportation (such as taxi companies and bus services),
• environment and surroundings (such as waste storage and waste processing),
• other (such as grants).