In Delaware, the cost of forming an LLC (limited liability corporation) online is $90. When submitting the LLC’s Certificate of Formation, this fee is paid to the Delaware Department of State.

All Delaware LLCs must register and pay a $300 yearly franchise tax. This is something that can be done online.

If you miss the June 1 filing date, Delaware assesses a penalty of $200 plus 1.5% interest each month.

In Delaware, you may be your own registered agent, but employing a registered agent service keeps your firm in compliance, reminds you of critical filing dates, and helps you avoid late fines.

Northwest Registered Agent offers the finest package for forming a new company and obtaining a registered agent. $39 plus state fees

If you currently have an LLC established in another state and want to expand into Delaware, you must register your LLC as a foreign LLC in Delaware.

A Delaware foreign LLC registration costs $200. A foreign LLC can be registered in Delaware by submitting a Certificate of Registration of Foreign Limited Liability Company online or by mail.

Depending on your industry and geographic area, your company may need federal, state, and municipal permits/licenses to operate lawfully in Delaware. This is true regardless of whether you create an LLC or another sort of company structure.

There are several extra costs involved with forming an LLC:

LLC Name Reservation: File an Application for Reservation of Limited Liability Company Name and pay the $75 filing fee to reserve your name for up to 120 days prior to LLC formation.

Certified Document Copies: Order certified copies of your Delaware business paperwork from the Department of State for $50 + $2 per page.

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Certificate of Good Standing: A Delaware certificate of good standing may be obtained by ordering from the Department of State and paying the $50 cost. Banks and lending institutions often demand a certificate of good standing.

Creating an LLC on your own is simple; just follow the five procedures outlined below.

When naming a Delaware LLC, you must use a name that:

All LLCs in Delaware must designate a registered agent. A registered agent is your LLC’s primary point of contact with the state. Most significantly, they are in charge of receiving service of process in the event that your company is sued.

Your registered agent in Delaware must:

The Delaware Certificate of Formation is a document that must be submitted with the Delaware Department of State in order to establish an LLC. A Certificate of Formation costs $90 to file online.

What exactly is an operating agreement? An operating agreement is a legal document that outlines an LLC’s ownership and running processes.

Why are operating agreements necessary? A detailed operating agreement guarantees that all firm owners are on the same page and decreases the likelihood of future disagreement.

What exactly is an EIN? An EIN, or Employer Identification Number, is a nine-digit number assigned by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to a firm in order to identify it for tax reporting reasons. An EIN is effectively a company’s Social Security number (SSN).

Why do I need an EIN? An EIN is necessary for the following purposes:

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