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Kansas LLC and Corporation Registration and Formation
If you are wondering why you should form a business in Kansas then the answer lies in the overall business climate of the state. The state offers small and medium sized enterprises (SME’s) an extremely proactive regulatory and legislative environment. Apart from this, you can also take advantage of a variety of tax incentives, grants and loans, business incentive programs, strong transportation infrastructure, and a skilled workforce. These are some of the factors that make the “Sunflower State” a perfect destination for investment and business innovation.
We are one of the top Kansas registered agents and are familiar with all processes pertaining to the Kansas State and can provide information and assistance for successful set up of your business!
Let’s take a look at how you can form a Kansas business LLC or Corporation.
Kansas LLC Registration and Formation
LLC company formation in Kansas is governed by the 2012 Kansas Statutes, Article 76 Limited Liability Companies. The procedure for registration and formation of LLC is as follows:
Step#1: Maintain a registered agent
According to KS Stat § 17-7666 (2012), an LLC will be required to maintain a registered agent if you are planning to form a Kansas business. A registered agent is required for both domestic business entities and foreign entities authorized to transact business in the state of Kansas. We would take this opportunity to share with you the fact that we are one of the top registered agents in the state and have been responsible for over 11,494 businesses set up in Kansas.
We are in compliance with all regulations in the State of Kansas.
Step#2: LLC Name Reservation
One of the key requirements of company formation in Kansas is reservation or registration of a business entity name. A domestic or foreign LLC is required to identify a name, which can be reserved pursuant to KS Stat § 17-7665 (2012) by submitting an application to the office of the Secretary of State. An LLC can reserve its name for a period of 120 days.
Step#3: Articles of Organization and Application for Registration
If you are planning to form a Kansas business LLC then the most important step is to prepare and file the proper documents for a Limited Liability Company. You will be required to file Articles of Organization pursuant to KS Stat § 17-7673 (2012) for a domestic LLC. If your business entity is a foreign LLC then you will be required to file an “Application for Registration” pursuant to KS Stat § 17-76-122 (2012). The application or documentation for registration of LLC can be filed with the Secretary of State in person or online.
We can file the form on your behalf as your registered agent in the state and provide you with certified copies of the LLC registration.
In case, you have any questions regarding how to form a Kansas business, feel free to reach us on 702-871-8678.
Kansas Corporation Registration and Formation
If you are planning to form a Corporation in Kansas then the procedure for registration and formation is as follows:
Step#1: Maintain a Registered Agent
According to 2012 Statute, KS Stat § 17-6201 through to § 17-6206, you will be required to maintain a registered agent if you are planning to form a Kansas business. A registered agent is required for both domestic business entities and foreign corporations authorized to transact business in the state of Kansas. We would take this opportunity to share with you the fact that we are one of the top registered agents in the state and have been responsible for over 11,494 businesses set up in Kansas.
We are in compliance with all regulations in the State of Kansas.
Step#2: Corporate Name Reservation
Whether you form a domestic profit corporation or a foreign corporation, you need to identify a name and reserve it pursuant to KS Stat § 17-7923 (2012). A key component of company formation in Kansas, reservation of name will provide the business entity exclusive rights to using the domestic or foreign corporate name for business purposes. It can be reserved for a period of 120 days.
Step#3: Articles of Incorporation and Application for Registration
If you are planning to form a Corporation in Kansas then the type of registration form you will require is dependent on whether your business is based in Kansas or it is a foreign entity. You will need to file Articles of Incorporation for a domestic Corporation pursuant to KS Stat § 17-6602. If it is a foreign business entity then you will have to file an Application for Registration pursuant to KS Stat § 17-7931. The application or documentation for registration of a business corporation can be filed with the office of the Secretary of State, in person or online.
We can file the form on your behalf as your registered agent in the state and provide you with certified copies of the incorporation documents.
If you have any questions regarding Kansas incorporation or LLC formation, you can simply visit the Kansas Business formation page.