Document background
The Certificate of Incorporation and Articles of Incorporation is a crucial document required when establishing a new company in Austria. This document serves two primary purposes: officially registering the company's existence and defining its operational framework. It must be prepared in accordance with Austrian corporate law, particularly the UGB and relevant company-specific legislation. The document includes essential information such as company name, registered office, corporate purpose, share capital, shareholder details, and management structure. It requires notarization and submission to the Commercial Register (Firmenbuch) for the company to gain legal existence. This document forms the foundation for all future corporate actions and is frequently referenced throughout the company's lifetime for matters of governance, shareholder rights, and corporate decision-making.
