How to Form a C-Corporation in Kansas
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When forming an C-Corporation in the state of Kansas, you must complete the following requirements:
- Select a business name according to requirements
- File all necessary articles of incorporation and submit filing fees
- Appoint a registered agent
- Register your federal tax ID number with the IRS
- Complete annual reports
- Establish at least one director
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Select Business Name According to State Requirements
- Name requirement: Kansas requires corporations to have names that cannot be confused with any other entity name registered with the Secretary of State.
- Permitted designations: Kansas corporate names may be followed by several approved designations, including:
- Co.
- Company
- Corp.
- Corporation
- Inc.
- Incorporated
- Limited
- Ltd.
File Articles of Incorporation and Submit Filing Fees
- Filing Fee: $75
- Required documents: The state of Kansas requires businesses to file For Profit Articles of Incorporation with the Secretary of State.
Turnaround time: In general, turnaround time for incorporating a business in Kansas is 2-3 business days.
Follow-up filings: Not required.
Appoint a Registered Agent
- Corporations must list the name and address of a registered agent with a physical address (no post office boxes) in Kansas.
- The registered agent must be available during normal business hours to accept important legal and tax documents for the business.
Register Your Federal Tax ID Number with the IRS
- Federal tax id number requirements- required for corporations that will have employees. Additionally, most banks require an EIN before opening a business bank account.
Complete Annual Reports
- Annual Report Deadline: Kansas requires corporations to file an annual report, which is due on the 15th day of the fourth month after the close of its fiscal year (April 15 for calendar-year corporations).
- Filing Fee: $55
Establish at Least One Director
- Minimum number. Corporations must have one or more directors.
- Residence requirements. Kansas does not have a provision specifying where directors must reside.
- Age requirements. Directors must be at least 18 years old.
- Inclusion in the Articles of Incorporation. Director names and addresses are required to be listed in the Articles of Incorporation.
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