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Forming an S-Corporation in Rhode Island

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How to Form an S-Corporation in Rhode Island

Located in New England, Rhode Island is the smallest of all the states in the United States. Called the Ocean State, RI is known for its maritime history and a large proportion of inlets and waterways. Major economies in the state include textiles, healthcare, education, manufacturing, banking, and tourism.

When forming an S-Corporation in the state of Rhode Island, 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 Requirements: Must be unique and cannot be similar to the name of another corporation or LLC in Rhode Island.
    • Must include one of the following:
      • “Incorporated”
      • “Corporation”
      • “Limited”
      • “Company”

File Articles of Incorporation and Submit Filing Fees

  • Required Documents:
    • The name and address of each incorporator
    • The specific business purpose of the corporation
    • The names and addresses of the corporation’s directors
    • The address of the corporation’s initial registered office
    • The name of its initial registered agent at the address
    • The number of shares the corporation is authorized to issue
    • For corporations authorized to issue only one class of stock, the par value of shares or a statement that the shares are to be without a par value
    • For corporations authorized to issue more than one class of stock, the number of shares to have par value and the par value of those shares
    • The corporation’s duration, which may be perpetual or for a specific time
    • Any preemptive shareholder rights
    • Any provisions desired to be listed by the incorporators to manage the business and regulate the corporation’s affairs
    • Limitations on a director’s or officer’s liability for money damages to the corporation or its shareholders in certain situations
    • The date the corporation’s existence begins, if later than the date of incorporation
  • Filing Fee: $230
  • Processing Time: State is 5 Business Days; expedited is 1 Business Day.

Appoint a Registered Agent

  • If the Registered Agent is an individual person, they must reside in Rhode Island
  • If the Registered Agent is a business, they must be able to conduct business in Rhode Island
  • The Registered Agent must have a physical street address in Rhode Island, not a P.O. Box
  • The PA Registered Agent must be available in person during normal business hours to sign for any correspondence

Register Your Federal Tax ID Number with the IRS

  • An EIN is required for corporations that will have employees.

Complete Annual Reports

  • Annual Report Deadline: March 1st
    • You can begin filing on January 1st
  • Filing Fee: $50

Establish at Least One Director 

  • Your corporation must have one or more directors.
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