Certificate of Incorporation

A Certificate of Incorporation is an official document issued by a government authority that officially registers a company's creation. It confirms the company’s legal existence, including its name, registration date, and unique identification number. This certificate is essential for a business to operate legally, open bank accounts, enter into contracts, and raise funds. Think of it as the company's birth certificate—proof that the business has met all legal requirements and is authorized to function as a separate legal entity.