Apply for entry in the register of associations
An association is a voluntary association of several people who want to achieve a defined purpose together.
If you have newly founded an association, it does not yet become a legal entity. This means, for example, that you are liable with your private assets when conducting business for the as yet unregistered association as chairman or chairwoman.
You must also have certain transactions or facts entered in the register of associations at a later date, for example ifan amendment to the association's articles of association has been decided, which only becomes effective if it is entered in the register of associations orthe composition of the board of directors changes. As corporations, associations are subject to taxation. However, tax law grants associations special tax advantages if they pursue a tax-privileged purpose.
The register of associations is public and can be inspected by anyone.
Who should I contact?
The registration of an association must be applied for by the board of directors at the competent local court.
Responsible authorities
Amtsgericht Osnabrück
Requirements
- The association must have been effectively founded.
- The association must have at least 7 members.
- The articles of association must have the legally required content.
- The association must already have board members, as they are responsible for the registration.
Which documents are required?
Notarized registration
Copy of the articles of association and the deeds of appointment of the management board
What are the fees?
Fixed court fees are incurred for the initial registration of the association in accordance with numbers 13100 and 13102 of the Schedule of Costs under the German Court and Notary Costs Act (Kostenverzeichnis zum Gerichts- und Notarkostengesetz). Further fixed court fees are incurred for subsequent registrations in accordance with numbers 13101 and 13102 of the Schedule of Costs under the German Court and Notary Costs Act (Kostenverzeichnis zum Gerichts- und Notarkostengesetz).
In addition, variable notary fees are incurred for the application for registration in accordance with numbers 21201 no. 5 and 24102 of the Schedule of Costs under the German Court and Notary Costs Act (Kostenverzeichnis zum Gerichts- und Notarkostengesetz).
Process flow
Once the application has been notarized by a notary, it is submitted to the responsible district court as the register court and checked. After a successful examination, the entry is made in the register of associations. The applicant will be informed of this in writing. A cost invoice will then be issued and sent to you by post.
Processing duration
The duration depends on the volume of business at the registry court.
