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Online incorporation of a holding company: procedure with a notary
A holding company can also be incorporated online with a notary. A holding company is a corporate structure in which a parent company holds shares in one or more subsidiaries and manages them strategically.
Holding structures can be notarised digitally using the online notarial procedure. Start your own company today and turn your plans into reality without the need for an in-person appointment.
As a notary’s office in Berlin, we support you throughout the entire online incorporation process. Incorporate your holding company online with a notary and book your appointment today.
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Incorporate a holding company online with Notar Franke by your side
The online incorporation of a holding company requires a clear legal structure and precise coordination between the companies involved.
Good to know: Holding structures can be established through the incorporation of a GmbH or a UG (haftungsbeschränkt) with notarial support.
The online notary and experienced attorneys support you from the outset and assist with the digital implementation of your holding company incorporation. Without the need for physical attendance, holding structures can be prepared, notarised and set up correctly from a legal perspective entirely online.
Incorporate a holding company online with a notary in 4 steps
The online incorporation of a holding company follows a clearly structured process. With Notar Franke in Berlin, all required steps can be completed efficiently, digitally and with a clear overview:
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Submit incorporation details & schedule an online notary appointment
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Online notarisation of the holding company via live video conference
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Open a business bank account & pay in the holding company’s share capital
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Complete the Commercial Register filing – your holding company is incorporated!
Once these steps have been completed, your holding company is legally established and can operate as a structured corporate group.
Incorporate a holding company online in Berlin: what you need for the online notarial procedure
If your holding company is incorporated in Berlin or has a connection to Berlin, the incorporation can be completed using the online notarial procedure.
For the online incorporation procedure, you will need:
- Computer with internet access
- Webcam and microphone
- Smartphone
- German identity card with eID function
Tip: You will need your six-digit ID card PIN for identity verification.
Have your holding company notarised online without appearing in person
Since 1 August 2022, holding structures can be notarised digitally without the need to appear in person.
The Federal Chamber of Notaries provides an online portal for this purpose. Notar Franke supports you throughout the online notarisation process and ensures that the chosen holding structure is implemented correctly from a legal perspective.
The notarisation is carried out by video conference as part of the legally permitted online notarisation procedure (Section 16a of the German Notarisation Act (BeurkG)). Registration can be completed via desktop or the notary app.
Incorporate your holding company as early as tomorrow: online procedure with a notary
Book your appointment now and start the online incorporation of your holding company in Berlin.
Notar Franke supports you with the online incorporation of your holding company in Berlin
Despite the digital procedure, a notary remains essential, as the incorporation of a holding company, GmbH or UG (haftungsbeschränkt) in Germany legally requires notarial involvement.
Notar Franke supports you with the incorporation of your holding company in Berlin and handles the legal structuring, notarisation and registration of the holding company through the online procedure.
Book an appointment directly with the notary to incorporate your holding company online.
The process step by step:
- Preparation: The notary reviews the planned holding structure and advises you on the appropriate legal form, liability and the relevant statutory requirements.
- Checklist: You will receive an overview of all the information required to incorporate the holding company.
- Registration: Once all required information has been entered, we will send you the invitation link for the online notarial procedure.
- Drafting the documents: The articles of association are prepared and tailored to the holding structure.
- Notarisation & registration: The required documents are notarised digitally and the holding company is filed for registration with the Commercial Register.
Identity verification is carried out digitally via the notary app. The notary certifies the incorporation documents, clarifies any outstanding questions and conducts the notarisation during a video appointment.
Further information is available at Online Notar.
This ensures that the online incorporation of your holding company is carefully prepared and completed entirely digitally.
What happens after the notarisation of your online holding company incorporation
After the digital notarisation, the deed is signed electronically. You then open a business bank account and pay in the share capital.
The notary then handles the electronic filing with the Commercial Register. Once the holding company has been registered, you will receive confirmation that the online incorporation process has been successfully completed and can begin operating through your holding company.
Set up your start-up on a sound legal footing, quickly and easily.
We support you throughout the incorporation of your holding company and ensure that all legal requirements are properly met, from drafting the articles of association to registration in the Commercial Register.
What our clients say about us
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What are the notary fees for incorporating a holding company online?
The online incorporation of a holding company costs approximately €670 net. Notary fees are fixed by law and are the same throughout Germany. We ensure that your incorporation is carried out in full compliance with the law and that all statutory requirements are met. Take advantage of the online procedure and receive notarial advice directly online.
Why it can be worthwhile to incorporate a holding company with an online notary
Die Online-Gründung einer Holding verbindet moderne Abläufe mit notarieller Beratung. Das Verfahren eignet sich gerade für Unternehmer, die Beteiligungen strukturiert aufbauen oder mehrere Gesellschaften bündeln möchten.
Benefits of online holding company incorporation at a glance:
- No travel to the notary appointment required
- Notarisation via video conference
- Flexible appointment scheduling regardless of location
- Digital identity verification via the notary app
- Structured implementation of the holding company incorporation
- Support through to registration in the Commercial Register
In addition to incorporating holding companies, the notary specialising in corporate law also advises on other legal matters:
Use the digital procedure to incorporate your holding company online with a notary, with personal support from the initial planning stage through to registration.
Online holding company incorporation with a notary: frequently asked questions
The cost of incorporating a holding company depends on the chosen corporate structure. If you establish the holding company as a GmbH or UG (haftungsbeschränkt), the required share capital is at least €25,000 for a GmbH or €1 for a UG. Online incorporation also involves notary fees starting at approximately €670 net, Commercial Register fees of around €300 net, and, where applicable, additional advisory costs for a notary or attorney. Depending on the business model and holding structure, an asset-holding company may require further financial resources.
A company that establishes a holding structure online may benefit in the long term from more efficient administration and potential tax advantages.
To incorporate a holding company online with a notary, you will need the following:
- Choose the legal form: The holding company can be established as a GmbH or UG (haftungsbeschränkt).
- Define the holding structure: Decide whether the company will operate as a management holding company, asset-holding company or financial holding company.
- Determine the shareholders: Individuals or companies can act as shareholders of the parent company.
- Attend the notarial appointment: Incorporating the holding company requires notarisation, which can be completed online by video conference.
- Commercial Register filing: After notarisation, the company is filed for registration with the Commercial Register.
- Open a business bank account: The holding company requires a business account into which the share capital is paid.
- Prepare the articles of association: The legal structure of the holding company is defined in the articles of association.
- Tax registration: The holding company must be registered with the tax authorities.
With the right corporate structure, a holding company can be incorporated efficiently and remotely through the online notarial procedure, without the need to attend the notary’s office in person.
Although a holding structure offers many advantages for companies, there are also some disadvantages to consider:
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Complexity of the corporate structure: Establishing a holding company means managing a parent company and one or more subsidiaries, which involves greater administrative effort.
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Formation costs: Although a holding structure can be efficient, there are costs for the notary, Commercial Register, tax advisers and ongoing administration.
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Tax regulations: While a holding company may offer tax advantages, specific tax rules must be observed depending on the business model and corporate structure.
The tax burden of a holding company depends on various factors, including the corporate structure, type of holding company, profits and legal form. In principle, a holding structure can offer tax advantages, as profits transferred between the parent company and subsidiaries may benefit from preferential tax treatment.
Corporate income tax: A holding company established as a GmbH or UG is generally subject to 15% corporate income tax on its profits in Germany.
Trade tax: Depending on the registered office of the holding company, trade tax may range between approximately 7% and 17%.
Tax on dividends: Under certain conditions, up to 95% of dividends received by a holding company from its subsidiaries may be exempt from taxation.
Capital gains tax: Distributions to shareholders may generally be subject to 25% capital gains tax.
With a strategically structured holding company, businesses can optimise their tax burden and reinvest profits in a tax-efficient manner. Start-ups, financial holding companies and asset-holding companies in particular may use the tax advantages of a holding structure to build capital over the long term and support business growth.
When incorporating a holding company online, comprehensive notarial advice is important, as several companies, shareholding structures and legal relationships need to be coordinated correctly. The notary reviews the planned holding structure, explains the available legal options and assists with the online notarisation of the parent company and its subsidiaries.
A comprehensive collection of questions and answers about the online notarial procedure is also available on the website of the Federal Chamber of Notaries at: Online Notar