Notarial Confirmation

A notarial confirmation is a legally secure statement issued by a notary that certain legal requirements or facts are fulfilled, without the need for comprehensive notarization of the entire legal transaction. Common applications include the formation of a GmbH with non-cash contributions pursuant to § 54 GmbHG, where the notary confirms that all shareholders have been thoroughly informed about the economic and legal consequences. A notarial confirmation is also required in the commercial registry when the notary certifies the authenticity of a signature (signature certification) or the identity of signatories. This form of notarial review provides companies, founders, and registry courts with a high level of legal certainty and compliance, without incurring the higher costs of full notarization. The notarial confirmation is presented as a standalone document to the registry court, banks, or contractual partners to support the formal validity of registrations, amendments to articles of association, or capital measures. It thus serves as an important tool in German corporate law, ensuring transparency, protecting all parties from liability risks, and expediting the entry into the commercial registry.