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Incorporate in Utah (UT)
Learn the basic facts about Utah corporations and Utah limited liability companies (LLCs). Compare the differences between Utah corporations and Utah LLCs and learn about Utah rules and regulations that relate to forming a corporation or LLC.
Forming a Utah Corporation or Limited Liability Company (LLC)
There are a number of business entity types to consider when you are deciding the structure of your Utah business. The most advantageous entities to form in Utah are typically corporations or LLCs. Although other entity options are possible, these are the entities that offer the highest level of liability protection in Utah. As you review the characteristics of incorporating or forming an LLC in Utah, be sure to keep in mind both the present and future needs of your business. Often, when you start a business it begins as a small organization.
Get Started
If you decide that a Utah corporation or LLC is the best option for your business, BizFilings will form your company in Utah, faster than anyone else, without costly legal fees. Our cost-saving offerings include:
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- Preparation and Filing of Formation Documents
- Preliminary Name Check with State
- Free Registered Agent Service for 6 months
- BizComply Online Compliance Tool
- 24/7 Access to Online Corporate Status Center
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- Everything included with the Basic Package
- Expedited Processing Service
- Corporate Kit & Seal
- Corporate Forms CD
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- Everything included with the Standard Package
- Tax ID (EIN) Number Obtainment
- Compliance DVD
- Certified Copy of State Filed Documents
- Overnight Shipping
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State Fees Apply
Each state charges filing fees that apply separately from BizFilings' package pricing. These fees will be reflected when you generate a Fast Quote using any of the links above. You can also view our list of fees by state.
Incorporating in Utah
Utah Corporate Name Endings
Utah Corporation Requirements
Utah Corporate Taxes and Fees
Utah Business License Requirements
Utah Corporate Name Endings
The name must contain the word "Corporation," "Incorporated," "Company," or an abbreviation thereof, or words or abbreviations with the same meaning in another language. It must be distinguishable from the name of any domestic corporation, authorized foreign corporation, domestic or foreign limited liability company or partnership, or reserved or registered name in the state of Utah.
Utah Corporation Requirements
Director Information
Minimum Number: Not less than three, unless there are only one or two shareholders of record; then the number of directors may be less than three but not less than the number of shareholders.
Residence Requirements: The legal address must be a physical address located within the state of Utah.
Age Requirements: Directors must be a natural person at least 18 years of age.
Directors are not required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.
Officer Information
Officers are not required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.
Stock Information
An increase in shares or par value does not affect initial filing fees.
Corporate Records
The articles of incorporation, bylaws, minutes of all shareholders' meetings, records of actions taken without meeting for the past three years, the names and addresses of current directors and officers, the most recent annual report, and financial statements prepared for periods ending during the last three years must be kept at the principal office of the corporation.
Taxes and Fees
Annual Statements
The requirements for annual statements, reports and fees vary by state. BizFilings created BizComply - an online compliance management tool that provides customers with helpful information about requirements imposed by their state of formation or, if applicable, their state of foreign qualification. BizComply is included at no charge when you select BizFilings as your registered agent when ordering one of our formation services. It is also included in registered agent only or change of agent services, or it can be purchased as a stand-alone product for $50/year.
Taxes
For more information on taxes, visit http://tax.utah.gov.
S Corporation
S Corporation status is recognized by the State of Utah. A separate state election from the federal election is not required.
License Requirements
Utah requires most businesses to obtain a license and pay a fee if operating in the state. Please check with the state to make sure your business is complying with the license requirements for your particular profession.
Form a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Utah
Utah LLC Name Endings
Utah LLC Requirements
Utah LLC Taxes and Fees
Utah Business License Requirements
LLC Name Endings
The name of the LLC must end with "Limited Liability Company," "Limited Company," "Ltd. Co.," "LC," "LLC", or "L.L.C."
Utah LLC Requirements
Member/Manager Information
Minimum Number: one or more
Residence Requirements: The legal address must be a physical address located within the state of Utah.
Age Requirements: must be a natural person at least 18 years of age
Members/Managers are not required to be listed in the articles of organization
Utah Taxes and Fees
Annual Statements
The requirements for annual statements, reports and fees vary by state. BizFilings created BizComply - an online compliance management tool that provides customers with helpful information about requirements imposed by their state of formation or, if applicable, their state of foreign qualification. BizComply is included at no charge when you select BizFilings as your registered agent when ordering one of our formation services. It is also included in registered agent only or change of agent services, or it can be purchased as a stand-alone product for $50/year.
Taxes
For more information on taxes, visit http://tax.utah.gov.
License Requirements
Utah requires most businesses to obtain a license and pay a fee if operating in the state. Please check with the state to make sure your business is complying with the license requirements for your particular profession.
Registered Agents in Utah
Utah corporations and LLCs are required to have a registered agent located in Utah. The Utah registered agent is responsible for receiving important legal and tax documents including service of process (litigation) documents, franchise tax forms, and annual report forms.
A Utah registered agent is an individual or company located at a street address in Utah. Post office boxes are not acceptable addresses for a registered agent in Utah.
If a company, such as BizFilings, is acting as your registered agent they must be registered as a corporation in Utah. There are a number of advantages to using a registered agent service provider in Utah, but the advantages differ between large and small companies.
Large companies in Utah benefit by having service of process and state documents send to their registered agent's office in Utah. The registered agent follows delivery instructions to ensure that important documents reach the correct individual. Smaller companies in Utah benefit by providing a consistent Utah address.
Another advantage to using another company as your Utah registered agent is that the information of your Utah registered agent is public record.
Learn how to select BizFilings as your registered agent in Utah.
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