The SA offers great flexibility in terms of management and business structuring, limited liability for shareholders and strong credibility with clients and suppliers.
A legal structure suited to large companies and projects requiring significant capital.
The SA (Société Anonyme / Public Limited Company) is a Belgian legal form particularly suited to large companies. It is characterised by a minimum share capital of €61,500 and a more formal governance structure.
Governed by the Companies and Associations Code (CAC), the SA offers great flexibility in terms of management and structuring. It makes it easier to raise funds and offer shares to employees or investors.
The SA is particularly suited to companies planning rapid growth, wishing to make a public offering, or needing a robust legal structure for their activities.
A required minimum share capital that demonstrates financial solidity.
Shareholders are only liable up to the amount of their contribution.
Board of directors, general assembly and formal governance structure.
Structure suited to welcoming investors and raising capital.
Discover the many advantages that the SA structure offers for your business.
Great flexibility in terms of management and business structuring, suited to large-scale projects.
Protection of shareholders' personal assets who are only liable up to the amount of their contribution.
Ability to raise funds more easily and offer shares to employees or investors.
Strong credibility with clients, suppliers and financial partners thanks to its robust structure.
Clear governance structure with a board of directors and organised general assemblies.
Possibility of making a public offering to finance the company's growth and development.
Draft the company's articles of association with the help of a professional.
Make an initial bank deposit of at least €61,500.
Sign the articles of association before a notary to formalise the formation.
Obtain a company number and register the company in the Companies Register.
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about SA formation.
The advantages of forming an SA in Belgium are numerous. The SA offers great flexibility in terms of management and business structuring, limited liability for shareholders and strong credibility with clients and suppliers. It can also raise funds more easily and offer shares to employees.
The steps to form an SA in Belgium are as follows: draft the company's articles of association, make an initial bank deposit, obtain a deposit certificate, sign the articles before a notary, publish a notice of incorporation, obtain a company number and finally register the company in the Companies Register.
The minimum share capital required to form an SA in Belgium is €61,500. This capital may be fully or partially paid up upon formation, but must be fully paid up within five years of the company's registration.
The legal obligations of an SA in Belgium include keeping annual accounts, appointing a statutory auditor, holding annual general meetings and publishing annual accounts. The company must also comply with tax and social laws and keep its file up to date with the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises.
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