Articles of Incorporation North Carolina
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To form a corporation in North Carolina, you must file articles of incorporation. The form is customizable.
More information about corporate formation can be accessed through the website of the North Carolina Department of the Secretary of State, Corporations Division.
The articles of incorporation must include the following information:
- Name of the corporation
- Type of entity
- Corporate mailing and street address
- Name, street, and mailing address of the registered agent
- Incorporator's name, street, and mailing address
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Mandatory Additional Filings
There are no additional mandatory filings in North Carolina. However, it helps to expedite the process if you file a Cover Sheet (Form BE-01) with all filings. You may file the articles of incorporation online. In order to file, you must register for an account.
The state statutes applicable to articles of incorporation set forth specific requirements and optional language that you may include when filing the document.