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Articles of Incorporation South Dakota

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Need to file a corporation in South Dakota? Get started here.

To form a corporation in South Dakota, you must file articles of incorporation. The form is customizable.

More information about corporate formation can be accessed through the website of the South Dakota Secretary of State.

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 and address
  • The aggregate number of shares* authorized by the corporation

*In South Dakota, the state does not require you to disclose the par value of the stock or their class, rights, and restrictions.

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Mandatory Additional Filings

The state statutes applicable to articles of incorporation set forth specific requirements and optional language that you may include when filing the document.

The articles of incorporation may be filed online. If you prefer to file by mail, an additional fee applies.