Document background
Articles of Incorporation Association documents are essential when establishing a formal association in Switzerland. This fundamental document, governed by the Swiss Civil Code, particularly Articles 60-79, serves as the constitutional basis for the association's existence and operations. It is typically used when founding a new association or updating an existing association's legal structure. The document must include specific mandatory elements such as the association's name, purpose, resources, and organizational structure, while also allowing for customization based on the association's specific needs. Swiss law requires that the articles be written and adopted by the founding members, and in some cases, depending on the association's purpose and structure, may need to be registered with the Commercial Register. The document becomes the primary reference point for governing the association's activities, member relations, and decision-making processes.
