How do I know if an association name is already in use?
Verified 01 December 2023 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)
Do you want to know if the name you have chosen is already used by another association or if it is registered? We guide you in your approach.
You can search on the official announcements consultation service of associations if the name or acronym you chose already exists.
View announcements from associations and foundations
To avoid confusion with the name of a business or other organization, you can also search for companies registered in RNE: titleContent.
Search for proof of company registration
You can also consult the company and establishment register (SIRENE).
Search for a company in the SIRENE directory
You should also refer to the trade mark databaseInpi: titleContent, because it is forbidden to use a name or acronym already registered as a trademark with it.
Rights conferred by the registration of a trade mark
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