Commercial register extracts for Hesse – Register courts in Hesse
Commercial register Hesse: order a current commercial register extract from Hesse directly from the competent register court online — from 14,00 € as a PDF, without registration. In Hesse, 7 courts maintain the commercial register, with the largest register courts in Frankfurt am Main, Wiesbaden, Kassel, Darmstadt, Offenbach. Current extracts, chronological extracts, official certification and apostilles are available.
PDF extracts: usually within 1–15 minutes after acceptance of the complete order during our service hours (Monday–Friday 09:00–18:00, Saturday 09:00–15:00, German local time). Outside these hours, processing starts in the next service period. Without a valid request for early performance, processing starts no earlier than the end of the withdrawal period. We confirm the processing start when accepting your order. Official certification: usually 2–4 weeks; apostilles: usually 6 weeks, in each case after acceptance of the complete documents. Postal transit time is additional. Legalisation: processing time on request. Availability and processing by public authorities may delay delivery; these are estimates, not guaranteed deadlines.
The economy of Hesse
Hesse is home to Frankfurt’s financial sector (Deutsche Bank and the ECB), the chemical industry and logistics at Frankfurt Airport. Companies registered in Hesse range from owner-managed family businesses and medium-sized corporations to international groups headquartered in the state. The daily entries in the commercial registers of the competent local courts reflect this diversity.
Which documents are available for Hesse?
- Current commercial register extract – your company’s current registration details at the competent register court in Hesse, including all active data.
- Chronological extract – the complete registration history, including all changes since initial registration.
- Articles of association – copies of the articles and agreements filed for registered companies.
- Certified extract – bearing the register court’s seal, for use with authorities, banks and notaries.
- Apostille – international authentication for use abroad.
Which register courts are responsible in Hesse?
In Hesse, the commercial register is maintained by 7 local courts. The main register court location is traditionally Frankfurt am Main. The court responsible for your company depends on its registered office — we automatically direct your order to the correct register court.
Commercial register in Hesse: legal basis
The commercial register in Hesse is maintained electronically, as throughout Germany since the 2007 reform. Its legal basis includes section 8 HGB (establishment and maintenance) and section 9 HGB (public register). Under section 9 HGB, anyone can inspect the register for a small fee without demonstrating a legitimate interest. Entries for companies in Hesse can also be searched nationwide through the joint register portal of the German states.
The joint register portal of the German federal states
Since 2007, the German states have jointly operated a central register portal. It provides access to basic data on companies registered in Germany, including companies registered in Hesse. Many customers use our service to order quickly without having to register with the official portal.
Processing and delivery
PDF extracts: usually within 1–15 minutes after acceptance of the complete order during our service hours (Monday–Friday 09:00–18:00, Saturday 09:00–15:00, German local time). Outside these hours, processing starts in the next service period. Without a valid request for early performance, processing starts no earlier than the end of the withdrawal period. We confirm the processing start when accepting your order. Official certification: usually 2–4 weeks; apostilles: usually 6 weeks, in each case after acceptance of the complete documents. Postal transit time is additional. Legalisation: processing time on request. Availability and processing by public authorities may delay delivery; these are estimates, not guaranteed deadlines.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I obtain a commercial register extract for Hesse?
You can order the extract online here — we forward your request to the competent register court in Hesse. You do not need to register and can order immediately as a guest.
How much does a commercial register extract for Hesse cost?
A current commercial register extract for Hesse costs from 14,00 €. Express delivery, official certification and apostilles are available as additional options.
How long does processing take in Hesse?
PDF extracts: usually within 1–15 minutes after acceptance of the complete order during our service hours (Monday–Friday 09:00–18:00, Saturday 09:00–15:00, German local time). Outside these hours, processing starts in the next service period. Without a valid request for early performance, processing starts no earlier than the end of the withdrawal period. We confirm the processing start when accepting your order. Official certification: usually 2–4 weeks; apostilles: usually 6 weeks, in each case after acceptance of the complete documents. Postal transit time is additional. Legalisation: processing time on request. Availability and processing by public authorities may delay delivery; these are estimates, not guaranteed deadlines.
Which legal forms are registered in Hesse?
As in all German states, the commercial register in Hesse covers partnerships (section A, HRA: OHG, KG, eK) and corporations (section B, HRB: GmbH, UG, AG, KGaA). Registration is mandatory for corporations (with constitutive effect) and merchants operating a commercially organised business. The relevant section depends on the company’s chosen legal form.