Florida Articles of Organization: The Document That Creates Your LLC
What goes into the Articles
- Your LLC name, ending in "LLC," "L.L.C." or "Limited Liability Company."
- Your registered agent's name and Florida physical address, with their signature of acceptance.
- A principal place of business and a mailing address (these can be outside the US).
- The name and signature of an authorised representative (Bastion can fill this role).
- Optional manager/member details if you choose to list them.
Step by step (what Bastion does for you)
- Run a name-availability check against the Sunbiz database.
- Attach your Florida registered agent and acceptance.
- Complete the Articles with your details.
- File electronically with the Division of Corporations and pay the $125 fee.
- Send you the state-approved Articles for your records and your bank.
After it's approved
Once Sunbiz approves the filing, your LLC legally exists. Next steps: get your EIN, sign your operating agreement, and request a Certificate of Status if your bank asks for one.
Florida Articles of Organization approved on Sunbiz by the Division of Corporations
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Frequently asked questions
- How much are Florida Articles of Organization?
- The state filing fee is $125, paid to the Florida Division of Corporations through Sunbiz.
- Can a non-resident file Florida Articles of Organization?
- Yes. Florida has no residency requirement. Your principal and mailing addresses can be outside the US, but you must list a Florida registered agent.