> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://documentation.opencollective.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://documentation.opencollective.com/organizations/creating-an-organization/launching-an-organization.md).

# Launching an Organization

You can set up an Organization on Open Collective in much the same way as a regular Collective.

However, you should remember that:

* You will need to have your own bank account
* You will need your own legal entity
* You will have to carry out all administrative tasks within your own team
* You will need to have your own bank account
* You will need your own legal entity
* You will have to carry out all administrative tasks within your own team

{% hint style="warning" %}
If you are not sure you are able to manage your project's finances or admin effectively, you should seriously consider [applying to a Fiscal Host](/fiscal-hosts/fiscal-hosts.md).
{% endhint %}

### Creating an Independent Organization

1. Go to <https://opencollective.com/signup/organization>
2. Create your Organization by filling in the form
3. Follow the steps in your dashboard to setup all the details


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