Illinois 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, only foreign corporations doing business in Illinois are required to register on an annual basis.

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

Yes. . The registered agent must be either (1) a resident individual of Illinois whose business office is the same as the registered office or (2) a corporation with authority to transact business in this state that is authorized by its articles of incorporation to act as such agent and whose business office is the same as the registered office. 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 are required.

One or more as defined in the bylaws.

Yes. A report must be filed each year within the 60 day period prior to the month of incorporation or the extended filing month.