Business Formation in Kansas

LLC & Corporation formation in Kansas.

Kansas formation requirements, filing fees, registered agent rules, and ongoing compliance — for both LLCs and corporations, on one page.

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Formation Overview

LLC Formation in Kansas

Kansas LLCs file Articles of Organization and a biennial report.

Corporation Formation in Kansas

Kansas corporations file Articles of Incorporation and a biennial report.

Key Filing Requirements

Filing agency: Kansas Secretary of State
LLC formation document: Articles of Organization
Corporation formation document: Articles of Incorporation
LLC state filing fee: $75
Corporation state filing fee: $90
Annual / periodic report: Kansas requires a biennial report.
Annual report fee: $10
Registered agent requirement: A registered agent with a physical Kansas address is required.
Official state source: Official Agency Website

Ongoing Compliance

File the biennial report and maintain a registered agent.

LLC Management

Member- or manager-managed per the operating agreement.

Corporation Directors & Officers

At least one director and officer required.

Foreign Qualification

Foreign entities may obtain a Certificate of Authority in Kansas.

Learn about foreign qualification

Kansas Formation

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Initial formation is $495 plus Kansas state filing fees. Ongoing maintenance through Nationwide begins the following year at $495 plus applicable state fees. Call 1-888-498-5402.

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