How to Register a Business in Maine

If you want to create a legal entity for your business in Maine, you have several options. A Maine Limited Liability Company, or LLC, provides key legal protections for your company while requiring a minimum of paperwork.

A Maine Corporation provides all of the legal protections of an LLC, in addition to special treatment as a full business entity for accounting and tax purposes, at the cost of slightly more paperwork and reporting requirements.

On IncorporationForms.org, we have all of the papers you need to create your own business entity.

Registering a Limited Liability Company

1. Check your local government for any permits or licenses you may need. This usually at the county level.
2. Register with the IRS by obtaining a Employer Identification Number (EIN). This is your federal tax ID.
3. Fill out the Articles of Incorporation.

Relevant Form(s)

• Certificate of Formation

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Registering a Corporation

1. Check your local government for any permits or licenses you may need. This usually at the county level.
2. Register with the IRS by obtaining a Employer Identification Number (EIN). This is your federal tax ID.
3. Fill out the Certificate of Formation.

Relevant Form(s)

• Articles of Incorporation