Maine Incorporation Frequently Asked Questions

No, but it is recommended to reserve a name prior to filing to ensure that it remains available during the incorporation process.

The reservation of your corporate name will be handled by IncParadise and is included in the price of our service.

No.

When using our service, IncParadise will file, on your behalf, the required administrative forms and articles of incorporation with the appropriate Maine agency.

Yes. In Maine a registered agent is also referred to as a Clerk. The registered agent/clerk must be (1) an individual Maine resident or (2) a corporation, foreign or domestic, authorized to do business or carry on activities in Maine. As part of our ongoing service, IncParadise does provide a registered agent service option that you can select during the online registration process.

One or more.

One or more, to be stated in the bylaws.

A report must be filed each year, except for the first year of incorporation. This report must be filed each year between January 1 and June 1 in the calendar year following the year of incorporation.