Certificate of Incorporation vs Company Extract
Understand the difference before choosing the wrong document for a formal file.
Why this distinction matters
Many rejections happen because the user submits a document that sounds close but proves a different fact. A reviewer checks the proof value, not only the document title.
If the request names a precise document, do not replace it with a similar document unless the reviewer confirms that it is accepted.
Guides to compare before submitting
ASIC Company Extract in Australia
Australia · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Articles of Incorporation in Canada
Canada · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Certificate of Incorporation in Australia
Australia · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Certificate of Incorporation in Canada
Canada · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Certificate of Incorporation in India
India · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Certificate of Incorporation in Ireland
Ireland · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Certificate of Incorporation in New Zealand
New Zealand · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Certificate of Incorporation in Singapore
Singapore · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Certificate of Incorporation in the United Kingdom
United Kingdom · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Certificate of Incorporation in the United States
United States · Company Formation. Use this guide to understand format, evidence and review risks.
Decision checklist
- What exact fact must the document prove?
- Who must issue the document?
- Does it need a recent issue date?
- Is a certified copy, original, translation or apostille required?
- Will the alternative document create ambiguity for the reviewer?
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