Cost to Form an LLC in Delaware. The cost to start a Delaware limited liability company (LLC) online is $90. This fee is paid to the Delaware Department of State when filing the LLC’s Certificate of Formation.

Can I open a company in Delaware?

Neither US citizenship nor residency are requirements for forming a Delaware LLC or Delaware corporation. You can start a business in Delaware from anywhere in the world. In fact, many of our clients are not living in America.

Why are companies opened in Delaware?

There are two major reasons for Delaware’s dominance of the corporate incorporation business. The other major reason corporations choose to incorporate in Delaware is the quality of Delaware courts and judges. Delaware has a special court, the Court of Chancery, to rule on corporate law disputes without juries.

How to start your own business in Delaware?

Assuming you’ve already worked out your business idea, how you’re going to fund your company and have at least done a simple business plan, these are the steps for starting a business in Delaware: Step 1: Decide on a Business Structure. Step 2: Pick a Business Name. Step 3: Register the Business.

Where can I find a business name in Delaware?

Make sure your company name choice is available by searching Delaware’s Department of State: Division of Corporations business name database. Note: Make sure to search variations of spelling, plurals and misspellings as the state may reject a name that is too similar (then you have to start all over again, wasting valuable time).

How to form a General Corporation in Delaware?

Compare Delaware business entities here . If you choose a general or close corporation, you’ll need to select the number of shares you want to authorize. Learn more about those choices by viewing our section on understanding your company’s stock. Step 2 Select the business formation package that meets your requirements: Green, Basic or Standard.

Can a Delaware company do business in the Hague?

A Delaware company may, if you are doing business with any of the countries that participate in the Hague Conference, need to utilize documents that have been certified by the state of Delaware and affixed with an Apostille by the Delaware Secretary of State.