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Incorporate in Colorado (CO)
Learn the basic facts about Colorado corporations and Colorado limited liability companies (LLCs). Compare the differences between Colorado corporations and Colorado LLCs and learn about Colorado rules and regulations that relate to forming a corporation or LLC.
Forming a Colorado Corporation or Limited Liability Company (LLC)
There are a number of business entity types to consider when you are deciding the structure of your Colorado business. The most advantageous entities to form in Colorado are typically corporations or LLCs. Although other entity options are possible, these are the entities that offer the highest level of liability protection in Colorado. As you review the characteristics of incorporating or forming an LLC in Colorado, 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.
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If you decide that a Colorado corporation or LLC is the best option for your business, BizFilings will form your company in Colorado, 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 Colorado
Colorado Corporate Name Endings
Colorado Corporation Requirements
Colorado Corporate Taxes and Fees
Colorado Business License Requirements
Colorado Corporate Name Endings
The name must contain the word "Corporation," "Company," "Incorporated," "Limited," or an abbreviation thereof. The name must not imply it is organized for any purpose not stated in its chapter or articles of incorporation. The name must not be the same as or deceptively similar to the name of any domestic or foreign corporation, limited liability company, limited partnership, and other business entities formed in Colorado.
Colorado Corporation Requirements
Director Information
Minimum Number: One or more.
Residence Requirements: No provision.
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
EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1, 2003, the processing fee for all paper-filed periodic reports will be $25.00. The processing fee for all delinquent reports will be $45.00, and the processing fee for reports from suspended LLCs, including the reinstatement fee, will be $150.00. If a periodic report is rejected, we will NO LONGER issue a refund. If you file your periodic report on paper and it is rejected, the non-refundable processing fee is $25.00. If you correct your periodic report and again submit it for filing on paper, it is ANOTHER $25.00. It is $25.00 every time we process paper-filed periodic reports, $45.00 every time we process paper-filed delinquent reports, and $150.00 every time we process paper-filed reinstatements of suspended LLCs. However, periodic reports can be E-FILED at the SOS website, www.sos.state.co.us for $10.00, delinquent reports for $30.00, and reinstatements of suspended LLCs for $55.00. You are only charged these processing fees if the system accepts the filings. E-filed reports are "real time" so you can avoid any delays and extra expense caused by mailing and/or processing. You may also e-file your periodic report two months earlier than normal (i.e., a filer whose periodic report would be sent in September, 2003, can actually e-file on or after July 1, 2003).
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 www.dora.state.co.us/financial-services.
S Corporation
S Corporation status is recognized by the State of Colorado. A separate state election from the federal election is not required.
License Requirements
Certain types of businesses in the state are required to obtain a license and pay a fee. The following is partial list.
Architects
Brokers
Chiropractors
Dentists
Engineers
Family therapists
Geologists
Nurses
Optometrists
Pharmacists
Physical Therapists
Veterinarians
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 Colorado
Colorado LLC Name Endings
Colorado LLC Requirements
Colorado LLC Taxes and Fees
Colorado Business License Requirements
LLC Name Endings
The name of a LLC must end with "Limited Liability Company," "Limited," "LLC," "L.L.C," or "Ltd."
Colorado LLC Requirements
Member/Manager Information
Minimum Number: one or more
Residence Requirements: no provision
Age Requirements: must be at least 18 years of age
Members/Managers are not required to be listed on the formation documents
Colorado 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 www.dora.state.co.us/financial-services.
License Requirements
Colorado 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 Colorado
Colorado corporations and LLCs are required to have a registered agent located in Colorado. The Colorado 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 Colorado registered agent is an individual or company located at a street address in Colorado. Post office boxes are not acceptable addresses for a registered agent in Colorado.
If a company, such as BizFilings, is acting as your registered agent they must be registered as a corporation in Colorado. There are a number of advantages to using a registered agent service provider in Colorado, but the advantages differ between large and small companies.
Large companies in Colorado benefit by having service of process and state documents send to their registered agent's office in Colorado. The registered agent follows delivery instructions to ensure that important documents reach the correct individual. Smaller companies in Colorado benefit by providing a consistent Colorado address.
Another advantage to using another company as your Colorado registered agent is that the information of your Colorado registered agent is public record.
Learn how to select BizFilings as your registered agent in Colorado.
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