Get Short-form Amalgamation Checklist. Amalgamation Checklist - Short-form Amalgamations 2020-2025

Filling out the Short-form Amalgamation Checklist is an essential step in managing company amalgamations. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the process, ensuring you have the necessary tools and knowledge to complete the form accurately.

Follow the steps to complete the amalgamation checklist

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Short-form Amalgamation Checklist. Opening the form in an online editor will allow you to fill out the required information efficiently.
2. Verify the names and registration numbers of the companies that will be amalgamating. Ensure that they are currently registered and that their annual returns are up to date.
3. Draw a diagram of the group structure based on the share registers of the amalgamating companies to confirm eligibility for a short-form amalgamation.
4. Identify the intended amalgamated company, making sure to evaluate if it has a constitution or not.
5. Determine the directors of each amalgamating company and ensure their residential addresses are current for the necessary Form 13 consents.
6. Prepare the resolutions needed for the amalgamation. Ensure that they align closely with the relevant sections of the Companies Act 1993.
7. Draft the certificates under section 222(5) confirming the solvency of the amalgamated company and providing necessary financial details.
8. Compile and collate all documents required for filing, including resolutions, certificates, and consents. Ensure they are organized logically for the filing process.
9. File the amalgamation documents online, ensuring all fees are paid appropriately to complete the registration process.
10. After registration, notify relevant parties, including any secured creditors, to complete all post-amalgamation processes.

Start filing your amalgamation documents online today for a seamless process.