How do I register my business with the Illinois secretary of state?

How do I register my business with the Illinois secretary of state?

Business Registration

1. electronically register through MyTax Illinois (approximately one to two days to process);
2. complete and mail Form REG-1, Illinois Business Registration Application, to us at the address on the form (Form REG-1 is available on our web site as a fill-in and savable form.
3. visit one of our offices.

How do I renew my corporation in Illinois?

To reinstate a corporation, you must file BCA 12.45, Application for Reinstatement, in duplicate with the Secretary of State’s office. You also must file Annual Reports for the years that were not filed. For more information, please call 217-785-5782.

How do I form a corporation in Illinois?

How to Form a Corporation in Illinois

1. Choose a Corporate Name.
2. File Articles of Incorporation.
3. Appoint a Registered Agent.
4. Prepare Corporate Bylaws.
5. Appoint Directors and Hold First Board Meeting.
6. File Annual Report.
7. Obtain an EIN.

How do I fill out the secretary of state corporate annual report in Illinois?

Here’s a complete list of everything you’ll need to include, verify, and/or update on the Illinois Annual Report:

1. Business file number.
2. Business name.
3. Registered agent name and address.
4. Business address.
5. State or country of formation.
6. Date of formation or registration in the state.

How do I renew my corporation?

How to renew

1. Select the ‘Renew online’ button.
2. Enter your licence and renewal number as shown on your renewal notice.
3. Confirm the details of your licence.
4. Submit your application with payment.

Do I need a certified copy of articles of incorporation?

Certified copies are usually required if the documents are going to be used in court or submitted to another state filing office as part of a foreign qualification.

How long does it take to get articles of incorporation in Illinois?

about four weeks
How long does it take to incorporate in Illinois? Regular processing of articles of incorporation takes about four weeks, plus an additional two or three days to mail the final documents. Regular filing time for an LLC (limited liability company) is between seven and ten business days.