How to Form an LLC in Maine. Maine llc formation tips & links

If you want to from an llc in Maine, the Maine llc formation tips below will help you.Click here to get information about forming a corporation in Maine.

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A. File Artcles of incorporation for Maine Corporation with the Secretary of State

After choosing which entity is right for you, your next step is to go to the Maine Secretary of State's website and download the appropriate incorporation form that may be available. Or, if you don't want to do all the work yourself, we can help incorporate a business in Maine. Click here for a free quote on our Maine business incorporation services

B.  Get Your Maine Tax ID Number and Or Other State Required Documentation 

Have your Federal Tax ID Number (EIN) handy; most states require it on their state tax ID number forms and other forms that you may need to complete after you incorporate a business in Maine.
 
1.        State Tax Obligations
 
You must file a Maine Application for Tax Registration which will determine all of your new entity’s state tax obligations. http://www.maine.gov/revenue/forms/general/reg.pdf
 
If you have questions you can call 207-626-8475.
 
      2.        Determine What Business Licenses You May Need
 
Log on to Maine’s Office of Business Licensing at http://www.state.me.us/pfr/olr/ to determine if your new business needs to register for any type of state business license.
 
     3.        Annual Reports
 
All LLCs and corporations are required to file an annual report once each calendar year with the Secretary of State. The annual report is mailed to you prior to its due date. The current fee is $60.   You can file your annual reports online at https://www.informe.org/aro/index_on.html
 

Surely, the list above is not everything you will need to do once you form an llc in Maine. You should always check with your accountant or attorney in order to make sure you are compliant with all state laws. Clickandinc.com is not a law firm and nothing on this page can be considered legal advice on which you can rely. If you’d like Clickandinc.com to help you form an llc in Maine, we’d love to help.