How to Incorporate in Oregon

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Incorporating in Oregon is relatively easy.  This article should give you resources to understand how the incorporation process works in Oregon, and to use the legal forms from the Oregon Secretary of State to incorporate in Oregon.

Though not required, it is advised that you check your corporate name for availability before filing any applications. You can conduct a search at the Business Name Search page provided by the Oregon Secretary of State.

If your company name is available, you can begin filling out your Articles of Incorporation. Form and $100 filing fee can be sent to: Secretary of State - Corporation Division - 255 Capitol St. NE, Suite 151, Salem, OR 97310-1327. Oregon also offers online filing for incorporation. In order to do so you can visit the Oregon Central Business Registry page and create a new user account then begin filling out the necessary applications.

Annual Reports can also be filed online. Simply visit the Business Registry Web Renewal when you receive your notice in the mail and type in the required information. Your fees can be paid with Visa or MasterCard only online. There is also a Business Registry Web Renewal FAQ available for any questions you might have.

There are many companies that offer the service of filing these articles on your behalf, such as FileOnline  or LegalZoom.