What happens in the register when GmbH shares change hands?
Last updated: Oct 21, 2026, 17:46 (UTC+08:00)
The managing directors must file an updated, signed list of shareholders with the Handelsregister without delay after the change takes effect. The list shows each shareholder's name, date of birth, place of residence and percentage of the share capital.
Source: GmbH-Gesetz § 40: Liste der Gesellschafter, Federal Ministry of Justice, gesetze-im-internet.de