Document background
The Certificate of Incorporation Form is a mandatory legal document required for establishing any company in the Netherlands. This foundational document must be prepared and executed in accordance with Dutch law, particularly the Dutch Civil Code Book 2 and the Commercial Register Act. The form includes crucial information about the company's structure, including share capital, management organization, and statutory provisions. It must be prepared by or in conjunction with a civil-law notary and submitted to the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KVK) for official registration. The document serves as the primary evidence of a company's legal existence and is required for various business activities, from opening bank accounts to entering into contracts. The Certificate of Incorporation Form also establishes the framework for corporate governance and shareholder relationships.
