A name is an essential part of your LLC, its how you're known to the world!
– LLC
– L.L.C.
– LC
– L.C.
– Ltd./LTD.
– Limited Company
– Liability Company
– Ltd. Liability Co.
– Limited Liability Co.
– Limited Liability Company
Check out this blog post our team wrote for a detailed guide on how to choose the best name possible!
A registered agent is someone or an entity, that accepts service of process and also official mail on your companies behalf. They must have a physical address in the state, and must have 9-5 business hours Monday - Friday.
There are several options for registered agents:
— You yourself can act as a registered agent
— A friend or family member (with their consent 😃 )
— A Commercial Registered Agent. This is the best option, as they can provide their address as the companies principal mailing and business address to help protect your privacy.
Check out this blog post about why commercial registered agents are the best way to go when choosing your options
Requirements:
— The two forms that Wyoming LLC's must have are "Articles of Organization" and a "Consent to Appointment by Registered Agent". Both of these forms can be filed by either normal mail or e-mail.
— The Filing Fee is $100
Method and Approval Times
— Here's a link to a PDF of the Articles of Organization that can be filled and mailed
— Use this link: https://wyobiz.wyo.gov/Business/RegistrationInstr.aspx
— Have a money order or check written out to "Wyoming Secretary of State"
— Mail the signed Articles of Organization & Consent to Appointment by Registered Agent along with the $100 payment to :
Wyoming Secretary of State
Herschler Building East, Suite 101
122 W 25th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82002-0020
What You Get Back:
— When your LLC is approved, you will receive the following:
Let's be honest, this is a lot of work. If you use Doola for your LLC creation, all we need is your LLC Name, your name, and contact information (for us to use), and we'll handle this entire process!
An Operating Agreement is where you list all the members (owners) of your LLC. You also determine how the ownership is divided amongst the members of the LLC
— Single Member LLC:
Even with only a single member, having your operating agreement is still important. With an operating agreement, it can help prove that you are running your LLC correctly.
— Multi-Member LLC:
-Who Sees Your Operating Agreement?
At Doola, we automatically provide you with a bare-bones Operating Agreement, which will have your members listed. Then, you can simply fill in the ownership percentages and get them signed!
— What is an EIN Number?
An EIN number is a Federal Tax ID, what a SSN is to an individual, an EIN is to a business.
— What is an EIN Number for?
EIN Numbers can be used for many key functions of operating a business, like opening a bank account, paying taxes, and applying for permits and licenses your business will need
— When can I get my EIN Number?
You can only receive your EIN number after your LLC is created. You cannot get an EIN before Wyoming approves your LLC
— How do I apply for an EIN Number?
— EIN Form for faxing ⬆️ or for normal mail processing ⬇️
— IRS Mailing Address:
Internal Revenue Service,
Attn: EIN Operation
Cincinnati, OH 45999
—What if I don't have an SSN?
No problem! Just proceed with the method by fax, and on line 7b, just write 'Foreign'
If you need to file an EIN, check out this detailed breakdown of what you need and how to file your application!
— What is an Annual Report?
— How Much is it?
— How do I file?
You can file online using this link, or by mail using this address ⬇️
Wyoming Secretary of State
Herschler Building East, Suite 101
122 W 25th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82002-0020
For more info on your Annual Report requirements, check this blog post out!
— Federal
— State Income Tax
—Sales Tax
— Other Taxes
There are various other taxes Wyoming imposes, such as:
With all these things to take into consideration, it may be best to find a tax professional to help you file your taxes. with Doola, you'll get a free consultation with a tax professional to help decide what the best way to pay your taxes is.
Once you have your LLC, the next step is to get a bank account 🏦
— Why you need a business bank account?
— What do I need to open a business bank account?
— Other Helpful Info
— What if I can't be in the US?
— What is a business phone number
— How do I get a business phone number?
That was a lot to take in.
You're a busy founder, why bother doing this all on your own with your valuable founder time and risk making a mistake at any step of the way which could lead to more time being spent fixing it?
Instead, contact Doola. Our helpful service takes the weight off your mind.
We'll help fill and file all those complicated forms, and sort out your EIN and a US address. We'll provide free Tax consultations and practically everything a new US business could need.
That way, you can focus on what you do best: building your business and making money.
We'll handle the rest; launch your US company today 🚀
Wyoming Secretary of State (Business Division)
307-777-7311
8:00am – 5:00pm (Monday – Friday Mountain Time)
https://sos.wyo.gov/contactus.aspx
Wyoming Department of Revenue
307-777-5200
8:00am – 5:00pm (Monday – Friday Mountain Time)
http://revenue.wyo.gov/home/contact-information
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