How to Form an LLC in Rhode Island

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Forming a Limited Liability Company in Rhode Island is relatively easy.  This article should give you resources to understand how the process works in Rhode Island, and to use the legal forms from the Rhode Island Secretary of State to form an LLC in Rhode Island

Though not required, it is advised that you check your corporate name for availability before filing any applications. To do this, visit the Name Availability site provided by Rhode Island. It will provide you with information regarding entity name availability, then direct you to the corporate database to search.

Rhode Island offers online filing as well as standard mail filing. To file online, visit the Corporations Online Filing System. From here you select the type of entity you would like to file and follow the instructions from there. To file by mail, you can start by filling out Form No. 400, State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. The minimum filing and license fee is $150. Form and fee can be sent to: Office of Secretary of State, Division of Business Services, 148 W. River Street, Providence, Rhode Island 02904-2615.

There are two ways to file annual reports - online or by mail. Instructions are available for both ways on the File Annual Reports page. To file online simply follow the link and proceed to the Corporations Online Filing System. To file by mail, you will need to fill out the Limited Liability Company Annual Report form. The filing fee is $50, and comprehensive instructions are available on the form on how to fill it out.

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