How to Register a Business in North Dakota

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

A North Dakota 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 North Dakota Business or Farming Corporation Articles of Incorporation.

Relevant Form(s)

• North Dakota Business or Farming Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization

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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 LLC Articles of Organization (SFN 58701).

Relevant Form(s)

• North Dakota Business or Farming Corporation Articles of Incorporation