What if I miss the annual report?

A $400 late fee applies after May 1. After the third Friday of September, the business is dissolved by the State.

Can I use a different trade name?

Yes. Register a fictitious name online for $50; it is valid for five years.

Can I run the business from home?

Yes, but check your county’s zoning rules. Some activities need a local business tax receipt.

Business

Business registration

Form an LLC or corporation, file your annual report and look up any Leonida business.

Run by Division of Corporations

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Cost$125 to form an LLC

Processing timeApproved in 2 business days

Ways to do itOnlineBy mail

01About this service

Form an LLC or a corporation, keep it active with an annual report, or look up any Leonida business.

The Division of Corporations keeps the public register of every company in the state. Filings are processed online, usually within two business days, and every record is free to search.

Who it’s for

Founders starting an LLC, corporation or nonprofit
Owners filing their annual report between January 1 and May 1
Anyone checking a business before signing a contract

02How it works

4 steps, start to finish.

Step 1: Check the name
Search the register to make sure your business name is available and distinct from existing ones.
Step 2: Name a registered agent
A person or company with a Leonida street address who agrees to receive legal mail for the business.
Step 3: File the articles
Fill in the articles of organization or incorporation online and pay the filing fee.
Step 4: Finish setting up
Once approved, get a federal tax number, open a bank account and register for state sales tax if you sell goods.

03What to prepare

Have these ready.

The business name and its principal address
The name and Leonida address of your registered agent
The names of the managers, officers or directors
The fee, paid at the counter

Online
Formations, annual reports, amendments and free searches.
By mail
Paper forms with a check to the Division of Corporations, Leonida City.

Online services are open around the clock. Keep the confirmation you receive: it is your proof of filing.

04Questions

Frequently asked questions

05Run by

Who runs this service

Questions about your case? Leonida.gov can help.

An office of the State of LeonidaDivision of Corporations

Leonida Service Line(800) 555-0123Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.Emailhelp@state-of-leonida.com

The Capitol100 Sabal AvenueLeonida City, LD 32301

Service centers open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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About this service

Who it’s for

4 steps, start to finish.

Step 1: Check the name

Step 2: Name a registered agent

Step 3: File the articles

Step 4: Finish setting up