RCS – New requirement
Luxembourg National Identification Number
As of 12 November 2024, all natural persons who are already or will be registered in the Luxembourg Trade and Companies Register (RCS) must provide their Luxembourg National Identification number (LNIN). If they do not have a LNIN, they must obtain one.
The LNIN, also known as the 'matricule number' or the 'CNS number', is a unique identifier for natural persons. It is automatically assigned to Luxembourg residents and Luxembourg workers.
Who is impacted by this ?
All natural persons registered with the RCS, in any capacity
Shareholders, Partners, Directors, Managers, representatives and auditors.
What are the obligations of natural persons who do not have a LNIN yet ?
Fill in a specific filing form on the RCS portal by communicating:
First names; Last name; Date, place and country of birth; Gender; Nationality; Private home address (number, street, postal code, locality, country); Supporting documents such as ID documents and proof of private address, everything translated into English or one of the national languages.
What are the obligations of natural persons in possession of a LNIN ?
Fill in a specific filing form on the RCS portal for this purpose, allowing the communication of the LNIN.
What is the impact of non-compliance ?
Inability to finalize filing procedures with the RCS, no matter if it relates to a natural persons or not (e.g. filing of annual accounts).
How Osmia Consulting can help you ?
Conduct a gap analysis to evaluate your impact
Fill in the required forms
Keep your LNIN request up-to-date