Changing the name of a GmbH
Your notary for changing your company name in Berlin
Would you like to change the name of your company? A company rename is an important step in the development of your business, whether driven by a new concept, a restructuring, or a strategic realignment. We support you with notarisation and the commercial register application. Book your appointment now – fast, with no long waiting times.
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How a Company Name Change Works at Notary Franke
- Shareholders’ resolution: The shareholders or managing director pass a resolution on the new company name, which must meet all legal requirements.
- Notarisation: The resolution is notarised by a notary. We prepare all necessary documents and manage the entire process.
- Commercial register application: We file the new name with the competent commercial register. Once the entry has been made, the new company name is official.
- Notifying third parties: Customers, suppliers, and business partners should be informed of the name change in good time to ensure business relationships continue seamlessly.
Reasons for a Company Name Change
- Realignment: Adapting the name to new market requirements or a changed corporate structure
- Mergers or acquisitions: Creating a unified identity following a merger or takeover
- Rebranding: Modernising or improving the company’s image
- Change of legal form: Renaming as part of a change of legal form, e.g. from a UG to a GmbH
Legal Requirements for a Name Change
A company name change requires strict compliance with legal requirements, particularly regarding amendments to the articles of association. The new company name must be distinctive and must not infringe any existing trademark rights. The change must also be filed and registered with the commercial register. If the new name requires amendments to the articles of association, these must also be notarially documented. Only by following these legal steps does the name change become legally effective.
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What Are the Notary Costs for a Company Name Change?
The costs for a notary are set by law and are identical at every notary. For a company name change, they amount to approximately €450. Book your Berlin notary appointment now – no long waiting times!
Frequently Asked Questions – Company Name Change
A GmbH name change becomes legally effective once the change has been entered in the commercial register. Before registration, the new company name must be confirmed by a shareholders’ resolution and notarisation. After the official registration, the new name may be used in contracts, invoices, and other documents. Until then, the existing company name remains valid.
The costs of a name change consist of the following:
- Notary fees for notarising the shareholders’ resolution (approx. €450 gross)
- Fees for registration in the commercial register (approx. €150–200)
- Additional costs may arise for updating contracts, marketing materials, or re-registering the trade licence
In total, costs typically range between €600 and €800.
Several points must be taken into account:
- The new company name must be distinctive and comply with legal requirements (e.g. no trademark infringements)
- The change requires a shareholders’ resolution and notarisation
- Customers, business partners, and authorities such as the tax office and Chamber of Commerce (IHK) should be informed in good time
- Documents such as contracts, invoices, business stationery, and online presences must be updated
A company name change typically takes 2 to 4 weeks. The duration depends on the processing time of the commercial register, which is usually 1 to 2 weeks. The process begins with notarisation and the commercial register application. Thorough preparation of all required documents can speed up the process.
Existing contracts remain valid after a name change, as the legal identity of the GmbH does not change.
- Customers and business partners should however be informed of the name change to avoid misunderstandings
- The new company name must be updated in contract documents, invoices, and business stationery
- The GmbH remains responsible for all existing obligations and liabilities