What Is An Article of Incorporation?

2007-03-08 10:33:40

( Business )



An article of incorporation also known as a certificate of incorporation, or charter outlines the general rules that must be followed in the management of a certain corporation. It differs from the company by-laws in that; by-laws provide specific laws on the company’s operations. An article of incorporation is submitted to the government authorities or regulatory agency in the state where you plan to incorporate a company.

An article of incorporation must include the name of the company, which is the legal name that the corporation will use for its business operations, and must end with the words incorporated or corporation in its full or its abbreviated form. The number of shares it can issue, and the names and addresses of its directors should also be provided. You should also include the name of the person forming the corporation, along with the purpose for forming your business, as indicated by the government authorities in your state. One of the most important information that needs to be included in an article of incorporation when you incorporate a business is the name and address of the company’s registered office. The registered office cannot use a post office box because it must be able to receive any legal notices. Additionally, a registered office must be reachable during normal business hours.

There are forms that need to be filled up in order to incorporate a business. These forms can be easily obtained on the Internet, by phone, or postal mail from regulatory agencies or professional incorporating agents. Once the forms are completed, signed by all directors and notarized, you should send it back to the government agency or incorporating agent. The application is then processed and a notice on the results of your application will be sent to you. A company cannot legally operate a business until an approval has been received from the state government agency.

The creation of an article of incorporation is a complex process, and may require the assistance of a lawyer who can advise you of the other requirements that may be needed to incorporate a business. Alternatively, information on incorporating a business can also be found on the Internet.


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