Rhode Island Articles of Organization
Articles of organization form your Rhode Island LLC.
Preparing and filing your articles of organization is the first step in starting your limited liability company (LLC). Approval of this document secures your business name and creates the legal entity of the LLC. Only after this approval can you obtain a Federal Tax ID (EIN), open a bank account, sign contracts, and otherwise conduct business.
Benefits
Incorporating provides many important benefits:
- Limits the liability of the members (owners) and managers
- Fulfills statutory requirements to register your business name
- Adds credibility
Fast Facts
| Agency: | Rhode Island Secretary of State |
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| Filing Method: | Mail, in-person, or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $150 + $6 enhanced service |
| Turnaround: | ~7 business days by mail or online. Same day for in-person filings. |
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| Notes: | Professional LLCs have separate formation requirements. |
