Bottom line: With the NIS2 registration deadline expiring on Friday, around 60 percent of affected companies reportedly still lack the mandatory registration with the competent authority.
The deadline for registering with the competent authority as part of the NIS2 implementation expires on Friday. According to the current state, however, only a portion of the affected companies have registered so far, with around 60 percent still missing.
Companies that fall within the scope of the NIS2 Directive are required to register with the competent national authority. The deadline set for this expires on Friday. According to reports, only a fraction of the affected organisations have complied with this obligation so far, with around 60 percent of the recorded companies not yet having completed registration.
For compliance officers, letting the deadline pass without registration poses an immediate regulatory risk. NIS2 provides for sanction mechanisms for violations of reporting and registration obligations, which, depending on national implementation, can result in fines and supervisory measures. Companies that have not yet checked whether they fall within the scope should do so as soon as possible, since classification as an essential entity or important entity is based on sector and size criteria and is not always self-evident.
From a practical standpoint, it is advisable to clarify one’s status with the competent authority without delay, even if the deadline has already passed. A late registration is generally likely to be assessed more leniently than permanent non-registration. Companies should also document the steps taken to clarify their status in order to be able to demonstrate appropriate diligence in the event of a review by the supervisory authority.
Source: news.google.com · Published 30 July 2026
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