How to Form an LLC in Arizona

Introduction

The process of forming an LLC in Arizona is straightforward, but there are many steps that must be taken if you want to do it correctly. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to get started with your new LLC.

Pick a name.

Your LLC’s name is chosen for you by the Arizona Corporation Commission. The name will be registered with them and must be unique to your company. For example, if “Amazon” were already taken, your company would have to choose another name of its own accord.

There are a few different ways in which you can reserve a name without paying any fees:

• If the proposed names aren’t available, they’ll give you an indication on whether they’re likely to become available soon or not. If they do become available eventually and you’ve reserved them beforehand, go back and reserve them again! You only have 120 days in which you can make this reservation before having to pay any fees associated with it (more on that later).

Have your company setup documents prepared by a lawyer.

In addition to having your LLC documents prepared by a lawyer, it is also important that you have your company setup documents prepared by a lawyer. It is not required for an LLC to have corporate minutes or articles of incorporation, but the state does require that these documents be filed with the Arizona Corporation Commission when you file for your business license. The document will list all of the members of your company and information about their percentage of ownership in the company. You can find more detailed information on what goes into these forms here: [link](https://www.azcc.gov/businesses/legal-forms)

Prepare your articles of organization.

The articles of organization are the first step in forming your LLC. They’re a document that outlines all the details and information you’ll need to submit when filing with the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC).

They should include:

• The name of your LLC
• A statement confirming that you have authority to act on behalf of this business entity, along with an address where they can be reached. If there’s more than one person involved in forming the company, it’s best to include their contact information as well.
• A description of how long you plan to operate your business entity (usually one year).

You’ll also need copies of any articles filed by previous companies with similar names and purposes (this is something we can help you with). To file these documents, mail them directly to: Arizona Corporation Commission Attn.: Customer Service Division 150 South 18th Avenue Phoenix AZ 85007

File the articles of organization with the Arizona Corporation Commission.

• File the articles of organization with the Arizona Corporation Commission, who will register your LLC.
• The Arizona Corporation Commission will issue your certificate of authority to transact business.
• The Arizona Corporation Commission sends you a copy of the filed articles of organization in the mail.

Register with the Arizona Department of Revenue.

Once your LLC is formed, you’ll need to register with the Arizona Department of Revenue. The department will send you a letter with your company’s ID number, which you should use when filing taxes. If the Arizona Department of Revenue determines that your business has an effect on its tax revenue, or if it wants to verify certain information about your business (for example, how much money was paid in wages), they can request additional documentation from you.

Obtain an employer identification number (EIN) from the IRS.

In order to open an LLC in Arizona, you need to obtain an EIN from the IRS. You can do this online at the IRS website or by calling them. Getting your EIN will be easier if you already have a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), which most entrepreneurs get when they open their business bank account.

Once you have your EIN, make sure that it is on file with any state agencies who may need it for licenses or permits.

This is a good overview but you need to follow all the rules and forms that are required for forming an LLC in Arizona.

You should hire a lawyer to help you with this. You can find more information online.

Conclusion

I hope this article has been useful for you and that it helped you understand how to form an LLC in Arizona. Please remember that this is just a basic overview of the steps; there are many other forms and requirements that need to be met before forming an LLC in Arizona.