When does a Swedish non-profit association become a legal person?
A non-profit association can become a legal person by adopting sufficiently complete statutes and electing a board. Formation is not governed by a general non-profit associations act. The source here is the Tax Agency’s legal guidance on legal capacity.
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What the rules say
- A non-profit association can become a legal person by adopting sufficiently complete statutes and electing a board.
- Formation is not governed by a general non-profit associations act. The source here is the Tax Agency’s legal guidance on legal capacity.
- An organisation number does not itself confer legal personality. The formation requirements must be met.
The requirements line by line
| Question | Requirement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Statutes and board | A non-profit association can become a legal person by adopting sufficiently complete statutes and electing a board. | Skatteverket, bilda en ideell förening |
| Official guidance, not a dedicated associations act | Formation is not governed by a general non-profit associations act. The source here is the Tax Agency’s legal guidance on legal capacity. | Skatteverket, bilda en ideell förening |
| Organisation number and formation | An organisation number does not itself confer legal personality. The formation requirements must be met. | Skatteverket, bilda en ideell förening |
What it means for the company
Keep statutes and minutes showing the election of the board. Check separately which tax and registration duties the activities create.
What it means for the individual
Personal liability depends on your role, any personal guarantees and the circumstances of the individual case.
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Keep statutes and minutes showing the election of the board. Check separately which tax and registration duties the activities create.
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