FAQ

PLEASE NOTE: While we are experienced in formation of all entities in the state of Nevada, we strongly recommend you consult with your CPA or other licensed financial professional and/or your legal counsel prior to taking any steps that may affect your business or personal assets and liability.

FAQ about forming and maintaining your Nevada LLC or Corporation

• How do I get a Nevada Address and have mail forwarded to my location?

  We have that covered, and at extremely competitive pricing! Our Nevada Use of Address and Weekly Mail Forwarding Service is designed for clients who wish to use a Nevada address on all their marketing material and accounts related to the entity and also take advantage of our weekly mail forwarding.

  For $80 per year, we will provide you with the use of a Nevada address or your company to receive mail addressed to your business entity. We will apply $30 of that fee towards your annual postage allowance. Should you exceed that allowance, we will request additional monies based on your actual use.

  Keep your personal information off of public record while building a business nexus in your state of incorporation! Complete this order form to get our Nevada Address and Weekly Mail Forwarding Service.

• What is a Corporation, and what is an LLC?

  The easiest way to answer that is to refer you to a side-by-side comparison of Nevada Corporations and Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) and their purposes. View a Nevada Corporation and LLC Comparison.

• How do LLCs and Corporations compare to other business entity types -- such as Sole Proprietorships and General Partnerships?

  Liability and credibility. Both LLCs and Corporations are excellent choices for business owners looking to limit their personal liability and build greater credibility. Each entity also offers distinct tax and business advantages. Choosing the right one depends on the specific needs of your business. Compare all business entity types here.

  Please remember to check with a financial professional and/or legal counsel to assure your choice of entity type will suit your needs and purposes.

• How Do I form a Nevada LLC or a Nevada Corporation?

  Your first step is to compare LLC Packages and Pricing, or Corporation Packages and Pricing. After you have selected the one most suitable for you, click on its "Get Started" button to go to the order form.

  Complete a short set of questions, include any notes or additional information in the space provided, click the "Continue to Next Step" button, and proceed to Checkout.

  You can go back and edit your order at any time up to the purchase point. Afterwards, just call or email us, and we'll make any changes, additions or corrections before we file your incorporation with the state of Nevada.

  If you have any questions, we are here for you. We are in the office 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Call us Toll Free at (888) 463-8462. Email us 24/7 at agents@nevada.org and we'll reply as soon as possible.

• How can I pay for a formation order if I do not have a credit card?

  You may place a phone order by calling us Toll Free at (888) 463-8462 and then mail us a personal check, Money Order or Cashier’s Check. (Our mailing address: 711 S Carson St., Suite 4, Carson City, NV 89701 USA) We also accept PayPal. PayPal offers account setup using your bank account and routing numbers. Our business hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

• How do I hire a Nevada Registered Agent for my Nevada entity?

  The process is simple. We can handle it online with these order forms. Click each link to access the form:

• Order Registered Agent Service for your LLC

• Order Registered Agent Service for your Corporation

• If you already have a formed entity, please order Change of Registered Agent Service for your LLC

• Use this form to order Change of Registered Agent Service for your Corporation

  With over 22 years in business forming thousands of LLCs, Corporations and other entity types, we fulfill the State of Nevada's legal requirement that you retain a Registered Agent (also called a Resident Agent,) who maintains a location in Nevada and is able to receive and deliver legal Process of Service for your company during normal business hours. Beyond that, Resident Agents of Nevada, Inc. will do so much more for you! Questions? Call us Toll Free (888) 463-8462, or email us: agents@nevada.org.

• What advantages are included with your Registered Agent service?

  1. We are readily available, we pick up the phone by the second ring and we don't close for lunch. You get our complementary Reminder Service for timely filings. We've helped thousands of businesses for over 22 years, and we've got the solutions you need.

  2. Our pricing is completely transparent, with no hidden costs. We provide you with a breakdown of state required and internal costs. That's why you will not get letters from the State asking for this form or that before they can process your documents and establish your company.

     Learn more about who we are and what we do for you by visiting this page.

• How do I reserve a business name, and do I have to use it right away?

  Use this order form to save your business name in Nevada. If you are not yet ready to form your Corporation, LLC or other business entity, the name will remain reserved for 90 days. Resident Agents of Nevada, Inc. will notify you at the end of 60 days to ensure timely use of your reserved name.

• Can I change my business name?

  Yes. Any time you want to update your company or business name on the Articles of Organization/Incorporation, use this order form.

• What is an EIN/Federal Tax ID Number* and how do I get one for my entity?

  The EIN, also known as an "Employer Identification Number" or "Federal Tax Identification Number" is the unique number the IRS assigns to your LLC.

  • Use this form to order an EIN for an LLC.

  • Use this form to order an EIN for a Corporation.

  Resident Agents of Nevada, Inc. can obtain an EIN on your behalf for any entity within hours of its formation. We will need the name and Social Security Number (SSN) of an Owner if you have an LLC, or the name and SSN of an Officer if you have a Corporation. (We will call you for their SSN if you prefer.)

• How do I register a DBA / Fictitious Firm Name Certificate?

  Use this order form to operate your business under a new or additional name in Nevada. A DBA (Doing Business As) registration is an official and public way to register a business name under your state. A DBA is also called a Fictitious Firm Name.

• Why do I need a Corporate Compliance Kit and Company Seal for my LLC or Corporation? How do I get one?

  A Corporate Compliance Kit is essential in terms of organizing your paperwork and helping structure your LLC or Corporation for smooth operation.  Accurate and complete record keeping is a critical part of maintaining your entity's good standing with the state of Nevada.

  The Corporate Compliance Kit contains your Corporate Seal, as well as a CD with important document templates. Your Corporate Compliance Kit is customized for your entity type and comes in a personalized binder.

  • Use this link to order a Compliance Kit for your LLC.

  • Order your Corporate Compliance Kit for a Corporation here.

• How do I make changes to my LLC's Managers/Managing Members or my Corporation's Officers/Directors?

  Update or change your entity’s Managers/Managing Members, or Officers/Directors with this List Amendment order form.

• How do I certify my company is in good standing with the State of Nevada?

  Use this Certificate of Good Standing order form to provide proof that your company is in good standing with the State of Nevada.

• When do I need to use an Apostille?

  An Apostille is a method of certifying a document for use in another country (pursuant to the 1961 Hague Convention.) So if you are doing business  outside the United States, order your Apostille form here.

• How do I end or dissolve a business?

  File a Dissolution of Articles with the State to end your business in Nevada. Use this order form.

• How can I reinstate a business that has been dissolved or revoked?

  We can help! Restore a dissolved or revoked company to good standing with the State of Nevada. Call us for pricing at (888) 463-8462

*Foreign EIN/Federal Tax Number Obtainment: Due to new regulations, our company is no longer able to assist foreign/Non-US Citizens (without Social Security Numbers) in obtaining EIN/Federal Tax ID Numbers for their entity. As a part of our service, we will provide them with a special telephone number and suggestions of information that the client may want to provide to the IRS.

Questions?

Call us Toll Free (888) 463-8462 Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time, or email us any time at agents@nevada.org