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Kentucky LLC and Corporation Registration and Formation
Does Kentucky have a positive business climate, one that supports the growth and expansion of businesses? In the last few years, Kentucky has made progressive efforts towards creating a pro-business climate and as a result an astounding 40,000 jobs have been created in industries like manufacturing, service and technology. This is one of the many reasons why people have started to form corporations in Kentucky.
The dollar GDP of Kentucky in 2017 was $202.5 billion and exports reached $30.8 billion, which is 5.8% higher than what it was in 2016. Industry centered on Aerospace Products and Parts topped the list in March 2018 with exports worth $ 11,700,275 while Motor Vehicles following closely have witnessed a percentage change of 7.9%.
We are one of the top Kentucky registered agents and are familiar with all processes pertaining to the Kentucky 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 Kentucky business LLC or Corporation.
Kentucky LLC Registration and Formation
LLC company formation in Kentucky is governed by Chapter 275 of the 2011 Kentucky Revised Statutes. The procedure for registration and formation of LLC is as follows:
Step#1: Hire a registered agent
According to KRS 14A.4-010, a domestic or foreign LLC is required to continuously maintain a registered agent in the state. The primary role of a registered agent is to help you form a Kentucky business and to ensure all processes of entity registration are smooth. 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 Kentucky.
We are in compliance with all regulations in the State of Kentucky.
Step#2: Name Reservation/Registration
In the state of Kentucky, a domestic entity or a foreign business can operate or file Articles of Organization and Certificate of Authority only after the process of reservation or name registration is complete. A business entity name can be reserved under KRS 14A and KRS 271B, 273, 274, 275, 362 or 386. Foreign business entities will be required to register their name pursuant to KRS 14A and KRS Chapter 271B, 273, 274, 275, 362 or 386. LLC company formation in Kentucky naming requirements, highlight the fact that the chosen business name should be distinguishable from the name of any other entity on the records of the secretary of state.
Step#3: Articles of Organization and Certificate of Authority
If you are planning to form a Kentucky business LLC then the most important step is to prepare and file the right registration or business formation documents. In the state of Kentucky, a domestic LLC can be formed and operated pursuant to KY Rev Stat § 275.025 (1996 through Reg Sess). A domestic business entity will be required to file “Articles of Organization” with the secretary of state. On the other hand, a foreign limited liability company can be formed by filing “Certificate of Authority” pursuant to KY Rev Stat § 275.380 (1996 through Reg Sess).
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 Kentucky business, feel free to call us on 702-871-8678.
Kentucky Corporation Registration and Formation
What is the procedure for company formation in Kentucky? There is a process through which you will be able to incorporate your business in the state. The process is as follows:
Step#1: Maintain a Registered Agent
According to KRS 14A and KRS 271B, KRS 273 or KRS 274, a Corporation will be required to continuously maintain a registered agent in the state. Whether you are a domestic Corporation or a foreign business entity, a registered agent is necessary to ensure the process of incorporation is faster and easier.
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 Kentucky. We are in compliance with all regulations in the State of Kentucky and will assist you to form a corporation in Kentucky.
Step#2: Name Reservation/Registration
In the state of Kentucky, a domestic entity or a foreign business can operate or file Articles of Incorporation and Certificate of Authority only after the process of reservation or registration of name is complete. A business entity name can be reserved under KRS 14A and KRS 271B, 273, 274, 275, 362 or 386. Foreign business entities will be required to register their name pursuant to KRS 14A and KRS Chapter 271B, 273, 274, 275, 362 or 386. Company formation in Kentucky naming requirements, highlight the fact that the chosen business name should be distinguishable from the name of any other entity on the records of the secretary of state.
Step#3: Articles of Incorporation and Certificate of Authority
If you are planning to form a corporation in Kentucky then the most important step is to prepare and file the right registration or business formation documents. In the state of Kentucky, a domestic corporation can be formed by filing “Articles of Incorporation” pursuant to KY Rev Stat § 2.2-020 (2014). On the other hand, a foreign business entity can be formed by filing “Certificate of Authority” pursuant to KY Rev Stat § 14A.9-030.
We can help you streamline the process of company formation in Kentucky by filing documents on your behalf through the online process or through an expedited process.
If you have any questions regarding Kentucky incorporation or LLC formation, you can simply visit the Kentucky Business formation page.