Forming in Delaware
The gold standard for startups raising capital
More than two-thirds of Fortune 500 companies are incorporated in Delaware. Its Court of Chancery, a dedicated business court with 200+ years of corporate case law, gives investors the predictability they demand.
If you plan to raise venture capital, issue stock options, or eventually go public, a Delaware C-Corporation is the standard vehicle U.S. investors expect. For simple LLCs, Delaware works too, but the annual franchise tax makes it pricier than Wyoming or New Mexico.
Key Facts
- Processing Time
- 2-5 business days (expedite available)
- LLC Filing Fee
- $110
- Annual Report
- Yearly — $400/yr
- Best For
- Startups raising capital, C-Corps, future IPOs
Why founders choose Delaware
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Preferred by VCs and startup investors
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Court of Chancery: most developed body of corporate law
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No state income tax on out-of-state income
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Privacy: directors/members not public
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Fast filings with expedited options
Worth considering
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Annual franchise tax for LLCs (higher for corps)
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Registered agent required (included in our plans)
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Overkill for small non-funded businesses
Launch your company in Delaware
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Choose the entity that fits your business model.
LLC Formation
Most Popular- Articles of Organization
- Registered Agent (1 Year)
- Operating Agreement
- IRS EIN Tax ID Registration
C-Corp & S-Corp
Corporate Tier- Articles of Incorporation
- Custom Corporate Bylaws
- First Board Meeting Minutes
- Stock Ledger & Certificates
Other Popular States
Wyoming
The most founder-friendly state for non-residents
Colorado
Cheapest annual report in the country
Montana
Very low-cost formation and upkeep
New Mexico
Maximum privacy at the lowest lifetime cost
Florida
The operational base for businesses serving U.S. customers
Texas
Big-market state with no personal income tax
California
Required if you operate in the Golden State
Alabama
Straightforward formation in the Deep South
Alabama
Straightforward formation in the Deep South
California
Required if you operate in the Golden State
Texas
Big-market state with no personal income tax
Florida
The operational base for businesses serving U.S. customers
New Mexico
Maximum privacy at the lowest lifetime cost
Montana
Very low-cost formation and upkeep
Colorado
Cheapest annual report in the country
Wyoming
The most founder-friendly state for non-residents
Form your Delaware company today
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