Document background
The Amended Certificate of Incorporation is a crucial corporate document used when a Philippine corporation needs to modify its fundamental characteristics or operating parameters. This document becomes necessary when corporations need to make significant changes to their original Articles of Incorporation, such as adjusting their corporate name, purpose, capital structure, or term of existence. Under Philippine law, specifically the Revised Corporation Code, these amendments must be approved by the board of directors and stockholders, properly documented, and filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The Amended Certificate of Incorporation must contain specific details about the changes being made, including both the original and amended provisions, and must be accompanied by supporting documents such as board and stockholders' resolutions. This document is essential for maintaining corporate compliance and ensuring that all corporate changes are properly registered with regulatory authorities.
