Registry Filings

Registry Filings involve submitting changes to the Public Registry, a procedure every active company faces. In Georgia, the accuracy and transparency of business registration data are ensured by the National Agency of Public Registry (NAPR). Any significant change in a company's structure — whether it's changing a director, moving the legal address, updating the charter, or increasing capital — requires official registration. Incorrectly or late filed applications can lead to suspension of registration, refusal, or even fines. Furthermore, Public Registry data is the primary source checked by banks, partners, and contractors. Outdated or incorrect data in the registry can hinder business operations. Specialists on Legal.ge ensure this process is conducted quickly and flawlessly, from preparing documents to obtaining the extract.

What Does Registry Filings Service Cover?

Lawyers on our platform offer full support in executing any type of registration change:

• Change of Management: Appointing or dismissing a director, or changing representative powers (e.g., from sole to joint representation).
• Change of Legal Address: Registering a change in the company's location, which requires the property owner's consent or a lease agreement.
• Charter Amendment: Registering a new version of the charter, often required for compliance with the new requirements of the "Law on Entrepreneurs."
• Capital Change: Increasing or decreasing charter capital, issuing new shares.
• Change of Partners: Registering share purchase, donation, or inheritance (Note: share transfer requires notarization or signing at the registry).
• Reorganization and Liquidation: Registering complex procedures of merger, division, or company closure.

Real-World Scenarios When You Need This Service

Registration services are essential in the following cases:

• Director Resignation: If a director leaves the company, immediate registration of the change is necessary to relieve them of liability and ensure the company is not left without a leader.
• Office Relocation: When moving to a new office, reflecting the address in the registry is mandatory. Otherwise, tax notifications will go to the old address, potentially causing problems.
• Compliance with New Legislation: Following the enactment of the new "Law on Entrepreneurs," all companies were tasked with harmonizing their charters. Ignoring this process carries legal risks.
• Receiving Investment: The entry of a new partner and capital increase requires accurate and timely reflection in the registry for the investor to receive legal rights.

Georgian Legal Framework and Regulations

The registration process is regulated by the Law of Georgia on Public Registry and the Law of Georgia on Entrepreneurs. The Law on Public Registry establishes technical procedures, deadlines, and the list of required documentation. It is important to know that documents submitted for registration (e.g., meeting minutes) must meet the formal requirements of the law. In certain cases (e.g., operations related to real estate or share transfer), documents must be notarized or signed directly at the registering authority. Foreign documents require an apostille or legalization.

Service Process

Specialists on Legal.ge simplify the registration process:

1. Document Preparation: The lawyer drafts the necessary minutes, charter amendments, and applications.
2. Organization: Organizing signatures (including remotely via power of attorney, if possible).
3. Submission: Uploading documents electronically or physically submitting them to the Public Service Hall/Registry.
4. Monitoring: Controlling the registration proceedings and reacting immediately in case of suspension (deficiency).
5. Receiving Extract: Delivering the updated extract to the client.

Why Choose Legal.ge?

Dealing with bureaucratic procedures can be exhausting and time-consuming if you don't know the specific requirements. Lawyers on Legal.ge deal with the Public Registry daily and know how to avoid deficiencies and registration refusals. Save time and energy — leave the formalities to the professionals.