MOA or AOA Amendment
Changing what the company may do or how it is governed.
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Adding a new line of business, changing the capital clause or updating the articles to suit an investor all require a special resolution and filing of the amended document with the Registrar.
What is included
- Amendment drafting
- Special resolution
- MGT-14 filing
- Amended MOA or AOA
What we will need from you
- Current MOA and AOA
- The change required
- Board and shareholder resolutions
How long it takes
Typically 7–10 working days.
Timelines are typical, not guaranteed. Government processing times vary, and a query from the officer adds to them. We will tell you where yours stands.
Common questions
Can I start the new business before filing?
The object clause should be amended first. Trading outside the objects is an act the company has no power to do.