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Incorporate in Kansas (KS)
Learn the basic facts about Kansas corporations and Kansas limited liability companies (LLCs). Compare the differences between Kansas corporations and Kansas LLCs and learn about Kansas rules and regulations that relate to forming a corporation or LLC.
Forming a Kansas Corporation or Limited Liability Company (LLC)
There are a number of business entity types to consider when you are deciding the structure of your Kansas business. The most advantageous entities to form in Kansas are typically corporations or LLCs. Although other entity options are possible, these are the entities that offer the highest level of liability protection in Kansas. As you review the characteristics of incorporating or forming an LLC in Kansas, be sure to keep in mind both the present and future needs of your business. Often, when you start a business it begins as a small organization.
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If you decide that a Kansas corporation or LLC is the best option for your business, BizFilings will form your company in Kansas, faster than anyone else, without costly legal fees. Our cost-saving offerings include:
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$115 + State Fees |
$250 + State Fees |
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- Preparation and Filing of Formation Documents
- Preliminary Name Check with State
- Free Registered Agent Service for 6 months
- BizComply Online Compliance Tool
- 24/7 Access to Online Corporate Status Center
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- Everything included with the Basic Package
- Expedited Processing Service
- Corporate Kit & Seal
- Corporate Forms CD
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- Everything included with the Standard Package
- Tax ID (EIN) Number Obtainment
- Compliance DVD
- Certified Copy of State Filed Documents
- Overnight Shipping
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State Fees Apply
Each state charges filing fees that apply separately from BizFilings' package pricing. These fees will be reflected when you generate a Fast Quote using any of the links above. You can also view our list of fees by state.
Incorporating in Kansas
Kansas Corporate Name Endings
Kansas Corporation Requirements
Kansas Corporate Taxes and Fees
Kansas Business License Requirements
Kansas Corporate Name Endings
The name shall contain the word "Association," "Church," "College," "Company," "Corporation," "Club," "Foundation," "Fund," "Incorporated," "Institute," "Society," "Union," "Syndicate," "Limited," or the abbreviation "Co.," "Corp.," "Inc.," or "Ltd.". The name shall be distinguishable upon the records of the Secretary of State from names of other corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships.
Kansas Corporation Requirements
Director Information
Minimum Number: One or more.
Residence Requirements: No provision.
Age Requirements: None.
Directors are not required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.
Officer Information
Officers are not required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.
Stock Information
An increase in shares or par value does not affect initial filing fees.
Corporate Records
The corporation's bylaws, stock register, books of account, minutes of shareholders' and directors' meetings, and other books must be available for shareholder inspection.
Taxes and Fees
Annual Statements
The requirements for annual statements, reports and fees vary by state. BizFilings created BizComply - an online compliance management tool that provides customers with helpful information about requirements imposed by their state of formation or, if applicable, their state of foreign qualification. BizComply is included at no charge when you select BizFilings as your registered agent when ordering one of our formation services. It is also included in registered agent only or change of agent services, or it can be purchased as a stand-alone product for $50/year.
Taxes
For more information on taxes, visit www.ksrevenue.org.
S Corporation
S Corporation status is recognized by the State of Kansas. A separate state election from the federal election is not required.
License Requirements
Kansas requires that you obtain a license and pay a fee if operating certain types of businesses in the state. The following is a partial list:
Abstracters
Automobile clubs
Barbers
Beauty shops
Engineers
Nursery dealers
Real estate brokers
Security brokers
Transient merchants
Please check with the state to make sure your business is complying with the license requirements for your particular profession.
Form a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Kansas
Kansas LLC Name Endings
Kansas LLC Requirements
Kansas LLC Taxes and Fees
Kansas Business License Requirements
LLC Name Endings
The name of a LLC must end with "Limited Liability Company," "LLC," or "L.L.C."
Kansas LLC Requirements
Member/Manager Information
Minimum Number: one or more
Residence Requirements: no provision
Age Requirements: no provision
Members/Managers are not required to be listed on the formation documents
Kansas Taxes and Fees
Annual Statements
The requirements for annual statements, reports and fees vary by state. BizFilings created BizComply - an online compliance management tool that provides customers with helpful information about requirements imposed by their state of formation or, if applicable, their state of foreign qualification. BizComply is included at no charge when you select BizFilings as your registered agent when ordering one of our formation services. It is also included in registered agent only or change of agent services, or it can be purchased as a stand-alone product for $50/year.
Taxes
For more information on taxes, visit www.ksrevenue.org.
License Requirements
Kansas requires most businesses to obtain a license and pay a fee if operating in the state. Please check with the state to make sure your business is complying with the license requirements for your particular profession.
Registered Agents in Kansas
Kansas corporations and LLCs are required to have a registered agent located in Kansas. The Kansas registered agent is responsible for receiving important legal and tax documents including service of process (litigation) documents, franchise tax forms, and annual report forms.
A Kansas registered agent is an individual or company located at a street address in Kansas. Post office boxes are not acceptable addresses for a registered agent in Kansas.
If a company, such as BizFilings, is acting as your registered agent they must be registered as a corporation in Kansas. There are a number of advantages to using a registered agent service provider in Kansas, but the advantages differ between large and small companies.
Large companies in Kansas benefit by having service of process and state documents send to their registered agent's office in Kansas. The registered agent follows delivery instructions to ensure that important documents reach the correct individual. Smaller companies in Kansas benefit by providing a consistent Kansas address.
Another advantage to using another company as your Kansas registered agent is that the information of your Kansas registered agent is public record.
Learn how to select BizFilings as your registered agent in Kansas.
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