Create a SAS (Simplified Joint-Stock Company)
Flexible and Tailored to Your Needs
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Why Create a SAS?
Maximum organizational and governance flexibility.
Suitable for innovative startups or mixed projects.
Capital freely set by the articles of association, with no legal minimum; liability limited to contributions.
Social security regime: affiliation of the president or managing director to the CNPS as a corporate officer (mandataire social) if remunerated.
Transfer of shares: free transfer unless otherwise provided by the articles of association, which may stipulate specific approval conditions.
How It Works?
A simple and fast process with our expert support.
Quick questionnaire
Access your articles and file. Sign online, send your documents.
We handle everything
Our lawyers validate, manage the court registry and legal notice → RCCM.
A to Z support
Our experts are available throughout the entire process.
Advantages
- Very flexible and customizable articles of association
- Liability limited to contributions
- Attractive for investors
- Possibility of current account contributions
- Dividend distribution possible
- All activities are permitted (except for certain regulated activities, which often require a specific legal form).
Comparison
Compare key features with other legal forms.
| Aspect | SAS/SASU | SARL |
|---|---|---|
| Number of shareholders | SAS: 2+ SASU: single shareholder | One or more shareholders, with no legal maximum |
| Shareholder liability | Limited to contributions | Limited to contributions |
| Executive social security regime | According to national law (CNPS if remunerated) | Minority or equal manager may be affiliated with CNPS |
| Statutory flexibility | Very flexible: free organization and governance | Regulated by law, less flexible articles |
| Management | President or multiple managers as defined in the articles | Manager(s) appointed by shareholders |
| Share transfer | Free by default, unless restricted by the articles | Transfer to third parties subject to mandatory approval |
| Authorized activities | Any lawful commercial activity, subject to sectoral restrictions | Any lawful commercial activity, subject to sectoral restrictions |
| Minimum capital | Freely determined in the articles, no legal minimum | Freely set but must be stated in the articles (recommended minimum: 100,000 XAF) |
| Best suited for | Startups, innovative projects, fundraising, investors | SMEs, family businesses, projects requiring a secure legal framework |
| Taxation | Corporate income tax (CIT) by default | Corporate income tax (CIT) by default (personal income tax possible for SARLU) |
Our Packages
Choose the plan that suits your needs.
Starter
Starting from
Excl. tax + admin fees
- Customized articles of association
- Complete file
- Step-by-step guide
- Email support
Standard
Starting from
Excl. tax + admin fees
- All Starter features included
- Validation by a lawyer
- Court registration
- Online case tracking
- Priority support
Premium
Starting from
Excl. tax + admin fees
- All Standard features included
- 30-day assistance
- Personalized support
- Dedicated advisor
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions.
1 symbolic XAF is legally sufficient. However, a higher capital is recommended for credibility with partners and banks.
The SASU is simply a SAS with a single partner. The operating rules are identical, only the number of partners differs.
The SAS offers more flexibility in articles and governance. The SARL is more regulated but offers a secure framework. Choose based on your flexibility needs.
With our Premium plan and provided your file is complete, the formalities can be started within 48 hours. The total creation time, however, depends on processing by the competent authorities.
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