Entry in the Commercial Register as a European Economic Interest Grouping (EEIG)
The formation of a European Economic Interest Grouping (EEIG) becomes effective upon entry in the commercial register. In addition, the entry is published in the Official Journal of the European Union for information purposes.
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Basic information
A European Economic Interest Grouping (EEIG) may be formed by companies and other entities governed by public or private law in accordance with the national law of a Member State. It may also be formed by natural persons who exercise an industrial, commercial, craft, agricultural or professional activity in the Community or provide other services there.
The articles of association of an EEIG must contain the name, registered office, object and, where applicable, the name, registration number and place of registration of each member of the association and the duration of the association, unless it is indefinite.
This agreement must be entered in the register provided for this purpose by each Member State. Registration shall confer full legal capacity on the EEIG throughout the Community.
Any formation or dissolution of an EEIG is also published in the Official Journal of the European Union for information purposes.
Requirements
An EEIG must consist of at least 2 members from different Member States, but may not employ more than 500 persons. An EEIG must consist of at least 2 members from different Member States.
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Procedure
The registration of a company in the commercial register is generally carried out by a notary.
The entry itself is made by the local court.
More information
The purpose of an EEIG is to facilitate or develop the economic activity of its members and to improve or increase the results of this activity.
The purpose of the association is not to make a profit for itself. The activities of the EEIG must be related to the economic activities of its members and may only be ancillary to them.
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Necessary Documents
- Please contact the responsible office.
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Competent Department
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Amtsgericht Bremen – Registergericht –
- +49 421 361 57625
- Hans-Böckler-Straße 50, 28217 Bremen
- Website
- schiffsregister
@amtsgericht. bremen. de - Legally secure e-communication more
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Fees / Costs
The amount of the fee for the registration is determined by the Court and Notary Fees Act in conjunction with the Ordinance on Fees in Commercial, Partnership and Cooperative Register Matters. In addition, expenses are incurred for the public announcement of the registration.
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Deadlines & processing time
How long does it take to process
The registration court must decide on the registration immediately after receipt of the application. If all documents are available and no objections by the court are necessary, registrations are usually made within a few working days.
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More Information
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 30.04.2026