minimumsaksjekapital

Minimumsaksjekapital, or minimum share capital, is the legally required amount of capital a limited liability company must have at formation and, in some jurisdictions, to maintain during its operations. In Norway, the private limited company (aksjeselskap, AS) must have a minimum paid-in share capital of 30,000 Norwegian kroner. A public limited company (allmennaksjeselskap, ASA) must have a minimum share capital of 1,000,000 NOK. The capital can be contributed in cash or in kind, but in-kind contributions must be properly valued and documented, and the capital must be deposited in a bank account in the company’s name before registration.

At formation, the capital is typically required to be fully paid as specified in the articles of association; contributions in kind require appropriate appraisal. After formation, capital maintenance rules aim to protect creditors by preventing distributions that reduce equity below the legal minimum. If a company’s capital falls below the minimum, corrective measures may be needed, such as increasing capital, restricting distributions, or, in some cases, liquidation.

The concept of minimumsaksjekapital is common in many jurisdictions, serving to safeguard creditors and provide a baseline for corporate governance. The exact figures and rules vary by country and can change over time; it is important to consult current national corporate law or a legal adviser for up-to-date requirements in a given jurisdiction.