What is a BCA Corporation?
BCA. BCA is the acronym for Business Corporation Act of Illinois. When you see BCA Corporation, it means a corporation registered with Illinois pursuant to the Business Corporation Act of 1983, as amended. By-Laws. ​ByLaws spell out how your company will operated.
How do I find my articles of incorporation online?
California. To obtain copies of your company’s articles of incorporation or articles of organization online, visit California’s Secretary of State’s website.
How do I check the status of my Illinois corporation?
How can I check the status of my corporate annual report and/or change my registered agent? For information on corporate annual reports and changing your registered agent, contact the Illinois Secretary of State at 1 217 782-6961 or visit their website at www.cyberdriveillinois.com.
How do I look up a corporation in Illinois?
Corporation & Business Entity Search You can find information on any corporation or business entity in Illinois or another state by performing a search on the Secretary of State website of the state or territory where that corporation is registered.
Is a domestic BCA an S Corp?
Businesses that are domestic corporations (C Corps) can elect to become S corporations. But, there are other rules you must follow to convert C Corp to S Corp. To become an S Corporation, you must change your tax year so that it meets one of the following requirements: Ends December 31.
How do I form a PC in Illinois?
How to Form an Illinois Professional Corporation (in 11 Steps)
- Step One) Choose a Name.
- Step Two) Select a Registered Agent.
- Step Three) Complete Your Articles of Incorporation.
- Step Four) Establish a Corporate Record.
- Step Five) Designate a Board of Directors.
- Step Six) Create Corporate Bylaws.
How do I get a copy of my articles of incorporation in Illinois?
To purchase a copy of a corporation’s Articles of Incorporation, please visit the Illinois Secretary of State Department of Business Services website – https://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/business_services/howdoi.html or contact them at (217) 524-8008.