Loi 1901 association statuts (articles of association)
The statuts (articles of association) are the founding act of any loi 1901 association. They define its name, purpose, registered office, the conditions for admission and removal of members, the amount and terms of membership fees, the composition and powers of the board, the operation of general meetings and the rules for dissolution. The loi 1901 of 1 July 1901 allows great freedom of drafting, but clear and complete statuts are essential to declare the association to the prefecture, open a bank account and apply for grants. This template includes all the usual clauses, ready to be customized and signed. This form is in English, but the document is generated in French, ready to sign and use in France.
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Frequently asked questions
How many people are needed to create a loi 1901 association?
The loi 1901 of 1 July 1901 requires at least two people to form an association. These founding members adopt the statuts and appoint the first directors. There is no minimum capital to raise.
Must the statuts of an association be registered or notarized?
No. The statuts of a loi 1901 association are drawn up privately, without the involvement of a notary or mandatory tax registration. They must, however, be attached to the declaration of the association to the prefecture or sub-prefecture of the registered office.
What must the statuts necessarily contain?
The loi 1901 does not impose a standard content, but the statuts must at least state the name of the association, its purpose and the address of its registered office. In practice, membership rules, fees, the composition of the board, the operation of meetings and the conditions for dissolution are added.
Can the statuts be amended after creation?
Yes. The statuts can be amended at an extraordinary general meeting according to the rules they provide. Any amendment must then be declared to the prefecture within three months, in accordance with the decree of 16 August 1901.
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