Required Documents and Steps
The key steps to register a legal entity are follows:
- Decide on a business legal structure. The most common types of companies in Russia are Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) and Joint Stock Companies (JSCs).
- Form the foundation documents. Draft and notarize the foundation documents. This costs around 200 RUR per copy.
- Prepare the set of the required documents for registering. These include:
- Registration application form with notarized signatures (cost of R200)
- Copies of foundation documents
- Proof of legal status of the business founder(s)
- File the required documents to the registration office of the Federal Tax Service (FTS).
- Receive the incorporation documents.
Company registration gives your company legal standing and establishes it as a distinct entity from its owners. Understanding each required document and when you’ll need to submit it ensures a fast, painless business incorporation.