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Business Formation Services

Florida Corporation Formation

We file your Articles of Incorporation with the Florida Division of Corporations — complete, accurate, and with same-day options available.

Same-Day Filing Available

What's included

Articles of Incorporation filed

Florida state filing handled end-to-end

Certificate of status available on request

Registered agent information included

Same-day processing available

Status updates throughout the process

Start your corporation registration

Provide the information needed to submit your Florida Articles of Incorporation.

Company Information
Registered Agent
Officers and Directors
Incorporator
Stock Information
Purpose and effective date
Same-day filing

Need It Filed Today?

Our same-day walk-in filing option gets your corporation submitted to the Florida Division of Corporations immediately. Call us now and we'll get started right away.

A $100 expedited filing fee applies to same-day / expedited filing.

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Electronic document submission

Send supporting documents electronically or mail them to our office.

Upload your documents and details securely. Our team will review your submission and contact you with next steps.

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Upload documents

Attach your completed documents or supporting information.

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Add your details

Include contact information and any special instructions.

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We follow up

We review your materials and contact you promptly.

Corporation formation FAQs

How long does it take to form a corporation in Florida?

Processing time depends on the filing method and state workload. Standard filings may take several business days, while same-day options are available for qualifying walk-in submissions.

What is the difference between an LLC and a corporation?

An LLC and a corporation are different legal structures with different ownership, management, and tax considerations. A corporation uses shareholders, directors, and officers, while an LLC is owned by members.

Do I need a registered agent for my corporation?

Yes. Florida corporations must maintain a registered agent with a physical Florida street address to receive official legal and state correspondence.

What are Articles of Incorporation?

Articles of Incorporation are the formation documents filed with the Florida Division of Corporations to create a Florida corporation.

What are corporate bylaws?

Corporate bylaws are internal rules that describe how a corporation will be governed, including director and officer responsibilities, meetings, and recordkeeping.

How many directors does a Florida corporation need?

Florida corporations need at least one director. The corporation's bylaws and ownership structure can help determine the appropriate number of directors.

What is an EIN and does my corporation need one?

An Employer Identification Number is a federal tax ID commonly used for banking, hiring, tax filings, and other business activities. Many corporations need one, and we can provide application assistance.

What does same-day expedited filing include?

Same-day expedited filing is a walk-in submission option intended to get your corporation materials delivered to the Florida Division of Corporations immediately. The service includes a $100 expedited filing fee.

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