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Registering your business is the next exciting step in your journey as an entrepreneur. You will get all the LLC documents you need to launch your business in Virginia. After getting the LLC documents, you can open a bank account and apply for the necessary licenses for your new business. Once you have a legal entity, you can focus on turning your vision into a reality.

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To establish a business in Virginia under an LLC, you must get Articles of Organization, a Certificate of LLC, a Tax ID Number, and an Operating Agreement. These are essential for starting and operating a Virginia LLC. They establish your LLC as a legal entity, provide proof of registration and compliance, and set guidelines for your LLC’s operations and management. By obtaining these documents, you’ll be ready to launch and grow a successful business in Virginia.

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Article of Organization:

We’ll file this legal document with the Virginia SCC (State Corporation Commission) to officially form your LLC. It includes basic information about your business, such as the name, address, and purpose of your LLC and the names of the LLC’s members or managers. You’ll need this document to establish your LLC as a legal entity in Virginia.

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Certificate of LLC:

Once the SCC has approved your Article of Organization, you’ll receive a Certificate of LLC. This document serves as proof that your LLC is legally registered and authorized to operate in Virginia. You’ll need this document to open a business bank account, apply for loans, and conduct other business activities.

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Tax ID Number (EIN):

An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is a unique identifier the IRS uses to track your business’s tax obligations. You’ll need an EIN to hire employees, open a business bank account, or file certain tax returns. This document will ensure your business complies with state and federal tax laws.

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Operating Agreement:

While not required by Virginia law, we’ll draft an Operating Agreement for your LLC. This legal document outlines your LLC’s ownership structure and management, as well as the rights and responsibilities of its members. An Operating Agreement can help you avoid disputes and ensure your LLC operates smoothly and efficiently.

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Requirements to Register an LLC

Choosing a unique and memorable name for your Virginia LLC is an important part of the registration process. Before starting your Virginia LLC registration, make sure you have already decided on the name.

LLC Application Form

Fill out all the information in the application form and make sure it is correct. We only ask for the required information. We keep it confidential and secure. We are not responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information you provide.

Pay VA LLC Fee (State Fee)

Virginia State Corporation Commission fee is $100 for a new Virginia LLC registration. We only collect the mandatory government fee, $150 service fee and credit card processing fee, which is non-refundable.

Social Security Number

We need at least one of the LLC organizers' social security numbers to get EIN. Non-residents and foreigners can get EIN without SSN by only submitting Form SS-4. Our application currently does not support that.

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Choose a name before your Virginia LLC registration

Your LLC name should be unique, easy to remember, and relevant to your products or services. To ensure your name is available for use, it’s a good idea to check the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) database, domain name availability on sites like GoDaddy and name legal name availability at Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC). The USPTO database can help you avoid using a name already registered as a trademark while checking domain name availability can help you secure a matching website address. Once you’ve chosen an available name, you can register your Virginia LLC. To check a name availability in Virginia for your LLC, you can visit the Virginia SCC website.

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Fill out the simplified LLC application form

When registering an LLC in Virginia, you must provide us with basic business information. Include your LLC’s name, address, purpose, and the names and addresses of your LLC’s members or managers. We will also need the social security number of one of the members to get EIN for your LLC. You’ll also need to appoint a registered agent, a person, or a business entity authorized to receive legal documents on behalf of your Virginia LLC. This person can be yourself if you are a resident of Virginia. To make the registration process smoother, gather all the necessary information before you begin.

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Fill out the simplified LLC application form

When registering an LLC in Virginia, you must provide us with basic business information. Include your LLC’s name, address, purpose, and the names and addresses of your LLC’s members or managers. We will also need the social security number of one of the members to get EIN for your LLC. You’ll also need to appoint a registered agent, a person, or a business entity authorized to receive legal documents on behalf of your Virginia LLC. This person can be yourself if you are a resident of Virginia. To make the registration process smoother, gather all the necessary information before you begin.

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Your LLC registration is complete

After processing your Virginia LLC application, you’ll receive all the necessary documents, including your Tax ID number (EIN) and Operating Agreement. With these documents, you can open a business bank account and conduct business as a legally registered LLC in Virginia. However, it’s important to note that some types of businesses may require additional licenses or permits to operate in Virginia. For example, if you’re starting a restaurant, you must obtain a business license from the county or city and a food service permit from the Virginia Department of Health. To find out if your business requires additional licenses or permits, check with your county or city government, and you can visit the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) website.

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Virginia Corporation:

Starting a new business in Virginia can be an excellent opportunity to take advantage of the state’s favorable business climate. By incorporating your business as a Virginia Corporation, you can enjoy limited liability protection, increased credibility, and potential tax savings. Virginia has a strong and diverse economy with ample business growth and expansion opportunities.

Maryland Corporation:

Incorporating your business as a Maryland Corporation can offer a range of advantages for entrepreneurs looking to start a new business. These benefits include limited liability protection, enhanced credibility and branding, and potential tax savings. Maryland also boasts a robust and diverse economy with a strong technology sector, making it an attractive location for startups and established businesses.

DC Corporation:

If you’re considering starting a new business in the nation’s capital, incorporating your business as a DC Corporation can provide numerous benefits. These include protection from personal liability, increased access to funding and investment opportunities, and greater flexibility in managing your business. With a thriving and diverse economy, Washington, DC, is a prime location for entrepreneurs looking to start and grow their businesses.

Delaware Corporation:

Incorporating your business as a Delaware Corporation is popular among entrepreneurs due to the state’s business-friendly climate and favorable laws. Delaware corporations enjoy limited liability protection, reduced taxes, and business structure flexibility. Additionally, Delaware is home to numerous large corporations and has a solid legal system that can provide additional support and resources for your business.

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LLC in Maryland:

Organizing a new business as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Maryland can benefit entrepreneurs. By incorporating as an LLC, you can enjoy limited liability protection, reduced personal liability, and the ability to structure your business in a way that best suits your needs. Maryland has a strong and diverse economy with numerous business growth and expansion opportunities.

DC LLC (Washington DC LLC):

Starting your business as a DC LLC in the nation’s capital can offer numerous advantages for entrepreneurs. These include protection from personal liability, flexibility in structuring your business, and reduced taxes. Additionally, DC has a thriving and diverse economy with numerous opportunities for startups and established businesses.

LLC in Delaware:

If you’re considering starting a new business, registering as an LLC in Delaware can provide various benefits. These include limited liability protection, reduced taxes, and business structure flexibility. Additionally, Delaware is known for its business-friendly climate and favorable laws, making it a popular choice for new and experienced entrepreneurs looking to start and grow their businesses. With a strong legal system and numerous business resources, Delaware is a prime location for startups and established companies.

LLC taxed as S Corp:

If you’re starting a new business as LLC, switching from an LLC to an S Corp can be a positive move for your business, providing numerous benefits and opportunities for growth. The benefits of this statuary change can include reduced self-employment taxes, maximized tax deductions, increased credibility, and potential tax savings. As an S Corporation, you may also be able to offer employee benefits and have greater flexibility in raising capital.

Glossary of Important LLC Documents

Our free LLC registration service provide you with all the key documents to launch your business in Virginia.

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Article of LLC: A legal document filed with the state to establish the limited liability company. The article creates rights, powers, duties, liabilities and other obligations between each member of an LLC and also between the LLC and its members.

Certificate of the LLC: A legal document issued by the state to establish the company. It is also called certificate of organization or certificate of formation.

Trade Name or DBA: DBA (Doing Business As) is the name you operate your company under.

Tax Id: Tax id is the number issued by the IRS to file and pay company's federal taxes. It is also called EIN (Employer Identification Number).

Operating Agreement: A legal document that outlines the ownership and member duties of your Limited Liability Company. This agreement allows you to set out the financial and working relations among business owners ("members") and between members and managers.

Types of Business Entities

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Limited liability Companies (LLCs)

Limited Liability Companies are created under state law. LLC combines the tax advantages of a partnership or limited partnership with the liability protection of a corporation. Owners of an LLC are called members. For freelancers, real estate investors, micro-business owners, and other entrepreneurs looking to start a new business with a relatively simple legal structure that provides personal liability protection and flexibility in management, an LLC can be an excellent fit.

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S Corporations

Starting a new business, or do you own an LLC? Incorporating or electing LLC as an S Corporation can offer benefits such as reduced self-employment taxes, optimized income taxes, increased credibility, and raising capital more easily, making it an attractive option for entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses. By combining some of the tax advantages of an LLC (pass-through entity) with the liability protection of a corporation, S corps are hybrid corporations.

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Corporations

Corporations are business entities created under state law. Corporations (often called C Corp) are characterized as artificial persons created to conduct business. They can hire employees, enter contracts, acquire assets, and incur liabilities. Entrepreneurs in a high tax bracket and planning to accumulate assets may find that incorporating their business is smart. It can provide more significant tax savings, increased credibility, and the ability to raise capital more efficiently.

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Sole proprietorship

The most basic form of business organization is the sole proprietorship, which is not a legal entity separate from its owner. If you're starting a new business, being a sole proprietorship can offer the benefits of simplicity, control, and minimal start-up costs, but it also has disadvantages such as unlimited personal liability, potentially higher taxes, difficulty in raising capital, and a lack of credibility. Freelancers running a profitable business as sole proprietors should consider S Corp to reduce taxes.

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Business Entity Comparison

Creation

Requirements

 Liability Management

or Control

 Taxation Continuity or

Dissolution

 Interest

Transferability

 Number

of Owners

 Type of

Owners
Sole Proprietorship  

None

  

Unlimited

 Full control by owner Taxation of owner, not

the entity

 Business cessation or

death of owner

  

None

  

1

 Not applicable
 

General Partnership

  

Formal or informal

  

Unlimited

 All partners subject to partnership

agreement

 May elect partner-only taxation Determined by partnership agreement Financial = assignable

Partner = consent of partners

  

2 or more1

  

Any
 

 

Limited Partnership (LP)

  

 

State filing of LP certificate

  

General Partner (GP) = Unlimited

Limited Partner (LP) = Limited to investment

  

GP subject to partnership agreement‚ LP excluded

  

 

May elect partner-only taxation

 Death, bankruptcy, or withdrawal of GP (not LP); determined

by partnership

agreement

  

 

Financial = assignable

Partner = consent of partners

  

 

1 or more

GP, and 1 or more LP1

  

 

 

Any
Limited Liability Company

(LLC)

 State filing of articles of organization  

Limited to investment

 Members, but may delegate to managers May elect member-only taxation According to LLC statute or articles of

organization

 Financial = assignable

Member = consent of members

  

1 or more

  

Any
Limited Liability Partnership

(LLP)

 State registration of LLP  

Limited to investment

 All partners subject to partnership

agreement

 May elect partner-only taxation Determined by partnership agreement Financial = assignable

Partner = consent of partners

  

2 or more

  

Any
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S Corporation

  

 

State filing of articles of

incorporation; submit Form 2553 Election by a Small Business Corporation signed by all shareholders

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Limited to investment

  

 

 

Shareholders elect  board of directors; board of directors selects executive management

  

 

 

 

 

 

Taxation of shareholders, not the entity

  

 

 

 

 

 

Determined by articles of incorporation

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Subject to IRS ownership restrictions

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 to 100

 U.S. citizens or residents and certain trusts. No corporate

or partner shareholders. Nonresident aliens can obtain an interest through an electing small business trust

(ESBT)
 

 

 

C Corporation

  

 

State filing of articles of

incorporation

  

 

 

Limited to investment

 Shareholders elect  board of directors; board of directors selects executive

management

  

 

Entity taxed at corp. rate‚ owners taxed on dividends

  

 

Determined by articles of incorporation

  

 

Easy to transfer, subject to shareholder agreements

  

 

 

Unlimited

  

Any

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to register my company?

It usually takes 24 business hours, excluding holidays. Company registaration DE may take a few days.

What company documents do I need to start by business?

You need the following documents to open a bank account and launch your business: An article of LLC, a Certificate of LLC, EIN, and an Operating Agreement. In some cases, you may also need resolution and DBA registration. Learn more about starting a business in Virginia.

Do I need an LLC Operating Agreement?

An Operating Agreement is not required in Virginia for your LLC. However, we provide you with a standard LLC Operating Agreement.