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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Articles of Incorporation in the editor.
Select the type of corporation by checking either 'Profit' or 'Nonprofit'.
Enter the name of the corporation in the designated field.
If applicable, specify the future effective date for your corporation.
Fill in the number and classes of shares authorized to issue. If there are multiple classes, describe their preferences and rights.
Provide the name and street address of your registered agent and registered office.
List each incorporator's name and complete address in the respective fields.
Incorporators must print their names and provide signatures at the end of the document.

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What do you mean by Articles of Incorporation?

Articles of incorporation (the articles) is the document filed with a state to create a corporation. Most states ask for only basic information about the corporation, but some require more information than others. All states require an in-state registered agent.

Are Articles of Incorporation the same as EIN?

AOIs are not the same as Employer Identification Number (EIN) verification letters. The information contained in the Articles of Incorporation provides a foundation for the governance of the corporation and is used as a reference in legal and financial matters.

What is the difference between LLC and Articles of Incorporation?

Articles of Incorporation are used when founding a corporation which differs from an LLC in several ways, including how its taxed and the formalities involved in its operation. Instead, a California LLC submits a different document, known as Articles of Organization, to the Secretary of State (SOS).

What are the Articles of Incorporation for a C Corp?

Articles of incorporation are a legal document that establishes the formation of a corporation. Filed with the appropriate government authority, usually the secretary of state where it is located, they lay the groundwork to officially set up a corporation.