Form your Florida C-Corporation with full compliance. Access US banking, payment processing, and establish corporate credibility with our complete formation package.
Florida offers a business-friendly environment with no state income tax on individuals and strong corporate infrastructure. For entrepreneurs seeking credibility, investor funding, or a formal corporate structure, a Florida C-Corp provides the framework you need.
No State Personal Income Tax – Florida has no personal state income tax, benefiting shareholders on distributions.
Business-Friendly Environment – Florida consistently ranks among the top states for business formation and growth.
Investor Ready Structure – C-Corps can issue multiple classes of stock, making them ideal for raising capital.
Established Corporate Law – Florida follows well-established corporate governance principles.
Strong Banking Access – Major banks and payment processors readily work with Florida corporations.
Professional Credibility – A C-Corp signals permanence and professionalism to clients, vendors, and partners.
Official Sunbiz Registration – Your corporation is officially registered with the Florida Division of Corporations through the Sunbiz system, providing public verification of your business entity.
Step 1: Submit Your Details
Provide your company name (3 options recommended), director and officer information, and required documents.
Step 2: Name Availability Check
We verify name availability with the Florida Division of Corporations. Note: Florida no longer offers name reservations. Your name is secured when Articles of Incorporation are accepted.
Step 3: Sunbiz Registration and Articles of Incorporation
We prepare and file your Articles of Incorporation through the official Florida Sunbiz e-filing system with the Division of Corporations.
Step 4: Corporate Documents
We prepare your bylaws, organizational resolutions, and stock certificates.
Step 5: EIN Application
We apply for your EIN (Tax ID) with the IRS on your behalf.
Step 6: Receive Your Corporate Package
Receive your complete corporate formation package including Sunbiz filing confirmation and begin operations.
Company Name – 3 options recommended (must end in Corporation, Corp., Incorporated, or Inc.)
Director(s) Information – Name and address of at least one director
Officer(s) Information – President, Secretary, and Treasurer (can be the same person)
Shareholder(s) Information – Initial shareholders and share allocation
Number of Authorized Shares – How many shares your corporation is authorized to issue
Passport Copy – Valid government-issued passport for all directors and officers
Business Purpose – Brief description of corporate activities
Sunbiz Registration – Official filing with Florida Division of Corporations through the Sunbiz e-filing system
Articles of Incorporation – Filed and accepted formation documents
Certified Copy – Official certified copy of your filed Articles of Incorporation
Certificate of Status – Confirms your corporation is active and in good standing
Corporate Bylaws – Customized bylaws governing corporate operations
Organizational Resolutions – Initial board resolutions for corporate setup
Stock Certificates – Certificates for initial share issuance
EIN (Tax ID Number) – Required for banking, payroll, and tax filings
Registered Agent Service – 1 year included with Florida street address for compliance and legal notices
Virtual Florida Address – 1 year of business address service
Full Document Delivery – Digital copies ready for immediate use
| Milestone | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Sunbiz Filing and C-Corp Formation | 1-3 business days |
| Corporate Documents | Delivered with formation |
| EIN Processing | 1-2 weeks (IRS processing) |
Sunbiz Portal – Your corporation will be publicly searchable on sunbiz.org, Florida’s official business entity database.
Annual Report Required – Florida C-Corps must file an Annual Report between January 1 and May 1 each year.
Corporate Tax Obligations – C-Corps are taxed at the entity level (currently 21% federal rate). Florida corporate income tax is 5.5% on income over $50,000.
Registered Agent Requirement – Florida requires a registered agent with a physical Florida street address (P.O. boxes not accepted). We provide this for year one.
No Citizenship Requirements – Non-US citizens can be shareholders, directors, and officers of a Florida C-Corp.
S-Corp Election Available – If eligible, you can elect S-Corp status for pass-through taxation (US persons only).
All Documents Delivered Digitally – Your complete corporate package is delivered electronically upon completion.
Renewal – Click here for C-Corporation renewal
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