Business Formation in Kentucky
LLC & Corporation formation in Kentucky.
Kentucky formation requirements, filing fees, registered agent rules, and ongoing compliance — for both LLCs and corporations, on one page.
Formation Overview
LLC Formation in Kentucky
Kentucky LLCs file Articles of Organization and an annual report.
Corporation Formation in Kentucky
Kentucky corporations file Articles of Incorporation and an annual report.
Key Filing Requirements
- Filing agency
- Kentucky Secretary of State
- LLC formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Corporation formation document
- Articles of Incorporation
- LLC state filing fee
- $40
- Corporation state filing fee
- $40
- Annual / periodic report
- Kentucky requires an annual report.
- Annual report fee
- $15
- Registered agent requirement
- A registered agent with a physical Kentucky address is required.
- Official state source
- Official Agency Website
Ongoing Compliance
File the annual 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 Kentucky.
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Kentucky Formation
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Initial formation is $495 plus Kentucky state filing fees. Ongoing maintenance through Nationwide begins the following year at $495 plus applicable state fees. Call 1-888-498-5402.