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This guide on starting your business in Wyoming provides step-by-step instructions on the paperwork to file formation documents, obtain tax IDs, and set up company records.

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Below is an overview of the paperwork, cost, and time to form each of the most popular business structures. Simply click on the link for your desired structure to view detailed step-by-step instructions.

  • If you have not decided whether you want to form an LLC, corporation, or other business structure, click here.
  • If wish to form your business in a different state than Wyoming, click here.
Structure Paperwork Cost Time

Wyoming Limited Liability Company

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  • Form LLC-ArticlesOrganization: Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization
  • Form RAConsent: Consent to Appointment by Registered Agent
  • Operating Agreement
  • IRS Form SS-4: Obtain an EIN
  • Formation: $100
  • Formation: ~3-5 business days

Wyoming Corporation

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  • Form P-ArticlesIncorporation: Profit Corporation Articles of Incorporation
  • Form RAConsent: Consent to Appointment by Registered Agent
  • Bylaws
  • IRS Form SS-4: Obtain an EIN
  • Form 2553: S-Corp Election, if desired
  • Incorporation: $100
  • Incorporation: ~3-5 business days. No expedite service.

Wyoming Nonprofit

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  • Form NP-ArticlesIncorporation: Nonprofit Corporation Articles of Incorporation
  • Bylaws
  • IRS Form SS-4: Obtain an EIN
  • IRS Form 1023: 501(c) Tax Exempt Application
  • IRS Determination Letter
  • Wyoming SSUTA Certificate of Exemption Application
  • URS Charitable Registration, if applicable
  • Incorporation: $25
  • 501(c): $275 or $600 IRS fee
  • Incorporation: ~3-5 business days
  • 501(c): 2 weeks to 3 months

Top 5 Tips on Registering a Business in Wyoming

  1. Corporations and LLCs must appoint a registered agent. We'll explain the considerations for serving as your own agent. The agent must sign the formation documents.
  2. Submit the original signed formation documents to the Wyoming Secretary of State. The state will e-mail you with an electronic certificate for evidence of filing.
  3. Within sixty (60) days after filing articles of incorporation, a corporation shall provide information to its registered agent. We'll detail the list of information that must be furnished.
  4. Wyoming does NOT offer a consolidated state tax registration application. Apply for individual business tax accounts as needed. Wyoming does NOT levy corporate income tax. Wyoming does levy excise/sales/use, mineral, and property taxes.
  5. Corporations and LLCs must file annual reports with the Wyoming Secretary of State.
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