Obtain your certificate of capital deposit quickly with a French notary
Creating a company in France requires several legal steps, one of the most important being the deposit of share capital before the company is registered with the Registre du Commerce et des Sociétés (RCS).
For many foreign entrepreneurs or non-resident founders, opening a bank account in France can be difficult or time-consuming. Traditional banks often require extensive documentation and may refuse applications from non-residents.
A French notary can provide a reliable and legally recognized solution by receiving and holding the funds corresponding to the company’s share capital and issuing the certificate of deposit required for company registration.
A secure solution for non-resident founders
If you are a foreign entrepreneur, expatriate, or international investor, you may face difficulties when opening a bank account in France before your company is registered.
Using a notarial office allows you to:
- Deposit the share capital of your company securely
- Obtain a certificate of deposit of funds
- Complete your company registration process in France
- Avoid delays caused by traditional banking procedures
This solution is particularly useful for:
- Non-resident entrepreneurs creating a company in France
- International startups expanding to the French market
- Foreign investors setting up a French subsidiary
- Founders whose bank account opening has been delayed or refused
What is a share capital deposit?
When creating a company in France (such as a **Société par Actions Simplifiée (SAS) or **Société à Responsabilité Limitée (SARL)), the founders must deposit the initial share capital before the company can be officially registered.
This capital represents the financial contribution of the shareholders and must be deposited with one of the following institutions:
- a bank
- a notary
- or the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations
Once the funds are deposited, the depositary issues a certificate of deposit of funds, which is required to complete the registration of the company.
Why deposit share capital with a notary?
Depositing the capital with a notarial office offers several advantages, especially for foreign founders.
1. Fast issuance of the certificate
Once the funds are received and the file is complete, the certificate of deposit of funds can be issued quickly (24h), allowing you to proceed with the registration of your company.
2. Legal security
Notaries are public officers appointed by the State, ensuring a high level of legal security and compliance.
3. Ideal for international founders
A notary can process applications from non-resident founders and international investors who may encounter difficulties with French banks.
4. Secure handling of funds
Funds deposited are held in the notary’s dedicated accounts until the company is officially registered.
How the process works
The procedure for depositing share capital with our notarial office is simple.
Step 1 – Submit your request online
Complete the online application form and upload the required documents. For more information, click here.
Step 2 – Verification of documents
We review your file and confirm that the documentation is complete.
Step 3 – Transfer of the share capital
The founders transfer the funds corresponding to the share capital to the notary’s account.
Step 4 – Issuance of the certificate of deposit
Once the funds are received, the certificate of deposit of share capital is issued, enabling the registration of the company.
After the company is registered
Once the company has been registered with the RCS, the funds can be released to the company’s bank account upon presentation of the required documents.
Who can use this service?
Our share capital deposit service is available to:
- Foreign entrepreneurs creating a company in France
- Non-resident shareholders
- International investors establishing a French entity
- Startups and founders who need a quick capital deposit certificate
Deposit your company’s share capital with a French notary
The public notary office Chassaint & Cerclé Notaires assists entrepreneurs and international investors in depositing the share capital required for company formation in France.
This service allows you to securely deposit your funds and obtain the certificate required for company registration, even if you are not a resident in France.
Submit your share capital deposit request online and start your company formation process today. For more information, click here.
