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What is the difference between share capital and capital deposit?

✅ In brief


Share capital (capital social) is the amount contributed to the company. Capital deposit is the step where these funds are deposited before registration.


🧭 What you need to know


  • The share capital (capital social) appears in the statuts.
  • The capital deposit mainly concerns cash contributions.
  • A deposit certificate may be requested to create some companies.
  • The capital is not a price paid to Leegal.


🛠️ How Leegal supports you


  • Leegal helps you understand the wording shown during the creation process and prepare a clearer file.
  • The flow can organize information, documents and points to watch, but it does not replace a personalized review.
  • If your situation is specific, it is still preferable to ask a chartered accountant, a lawyer or another qualified professional for advice.


🔎 Points to check


  • The amount of capital chosen.
  • Each associé’s or shareholder’s contributions.
  • The deposit institution.
  • The certificate to attach to the file.


⚖️ Limits to know


  • Leegal is not a law firm or an accounting firm.
  • Leegal explains the options and helps prepare formalities, but does not choose for you.
  • Tax, social security or personal asset consequences can depend on your actual situation.


📌 Key takeaway


Share capital and capital deposit are linked, but they are not the same thing.



Updated on: 06/07/2026

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