Incorporating in Maine (ME)
Whether you are starting a business or wish to incorporate a business already in existence in Maine, BizFilings can help you learn about the requirements for corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) in the State of Maine.
BizFilings' Maine Incorporation Service Packages
If you decide that a Maine corporation or LLC is the best option for your business, we can incorporate your company in Maine without costly legal fees. BizFilings is rated "A+" by the Better Business Bureau, offers a lifetime guarantee on filing services, and has been trusted by over 500,000 entrepreneurs to assist with their filing needs.
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- Preparation and Filing of Incorporation Documents
- Preliminary Name Check with State
- Free Registered Agent Service for 6 months
- BizComply Online Compliance Tool
- 24/7 Access to Online Corporate Status Center
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- Everything included with the Basic Package
- Expedited Processing Service
- Corporate Kit & Seal
- Corporate Forms CD
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- Everything included with the Standard Package
- Tax ID (EIN) Number Obtainment
- Compliance DVD
- Certified Copy of State Filed Documents
- Overnight Shipping
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Incorporating Online: How Does it Work?
Whether you wish to form a corporation, form an LLC or form another type of business, it's easy to incorporate online with BizFilings. Our process for incorporating your business is explained in detail here. If you have questions about how to incorporate, how to form an LLC, or why you might need to incorporate, read more in our learning center, call our knowledgeable and experienced customer service staff, or chat with one of our representatives online.
State Fees Apply
Each state charges filing fees that apply separately from BizFilings' incorporation package pricing. These fees will be reflected when you get a Fast Quote using any of the links above. You can also view our list of fees by state.
Incorporating in Maine
Maine Corporate Name Endings
Maine Corporation Requirements
Maine Corporate Taxes and Fees
Maine Business License Requirements
Maine Corporate Name Endings
The name cannot be any name that is the same as or deceptively similar to the name of any domestic corporation or qualified foreign corporation without authorization. The name cannot utilize a reserved name. The name shall not contain any word or phrase indicating it is organized for any purpose not permitted by the Act.
Maine Corporation Requirements
Director Information
Minimum Number: Not less than three, unless there are only one or two shareholders of record; then the number of directors may be less than three but not less than the number of shareholders.
Residence Requirements: No provision.
Age Requirements: None.
Directors are required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.
Officer Information
Officers are not required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.
Stock Information
An increase in shares may cause an increase in initial filing fees.
Corporate Records
A full and complete list of shareholders must be kept at registered office or principal place of business.
Taxes and Fees
Annual Statements
The requirements for annual statements, reports and fees vary by state. BizFilings created BizComply - an online compliance management tool that provides customers with helpful information about requirements imposed by their state of formation or, if applicable, their state of foreign qualification. BizComply is included at no charge when you select BizFilings as your registered agent when ordering one of our formation services. It is also included in registered agent only or change of agent services, or it can be purchased as a stand-alone product for $50/year.
Taxes
For more information on taxes, visit http://www.state.me.us/revenue/homepage.html.
S Corporation
S Corporation status is recognized by the State of Maine. A separate state election from the federal election is not required.
License Requirements
Maine requires that you obtain a license and pay a fee if operating certain types of businesses in the state. The following is a partial list:
Attorneys
Auctioneers
Commercial fishing commercial shellfish and marine worms
Convalescent homes, and nursing homes
Electricians
Fish cultivation
Fish transportation
Food establishments
Hospitals
Investment advisors
L obster and crab fishing
Pharmacies
Seafood (wholesale and retail)
Security broker-dealers
Traveler information services
Please check with the state to make sure your business is complying with the license requirements for your particular profession.
Form a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Maine
Maine LLC Name Endings
Maine LLC Requirements
Maine LLC Taxes and Fees
Maine Business License Requirements
LLC Name Endings
The name of an LLC must end with "Limited Liability Company," "LLC," or "L.L.C."
Maine LLC Requirements
Member/Manager Information
Minimum Number: one or more
Residence Requirements: no provision
Age Requirements: no provision
Managers are required to be listed in the articles of organization if the company is manager-managed. Members are not required to be listed.
Maine Taxes and Fees
Annual Statements
The requirements for annual statements, reports and fees vary by state. BizFilings created BizComply - an online compliance management tool that provides customers with helpful information about requirements imposed by their state of formation or, if applicable, their state of foreign qualification. BizComply is included at no charge when you select BizFilings as your registered agent when ordering one of our formation services. It is also included in registered agent only or change of agent services, or it can be purchased as a stand-alone product for $50/year.
Taxes
For more information on taxes, visit http://www.state.me.us/revenue/homepage.html.
License Requirements
Maine requires most businesses to obtain a license and pay a fee if operating in the state. Please check with the state to make sure your business is complying with the license requirements for your particular profession.
Registered Agents in Maine
Maine corporations and LLCs are required to have a registered agent located in Maine. The Maine registered agent is responsible for receiving important legal and tax documents including service of process (litigation) documents, franchise tax forms, and annual report forms.
A Maine registered agent is an individual or company located at a street address in Maine. Post office boxes are not acceptable addresses for a registered agent in Maine.
If a company, such as BizFilings, is acting as your registered agent they must be registered as a corporation in Maine. There are a number of advantages to using a registered agent service provider in Maine, but the advantages differ between large and small companies.
Large companies in Maine benefit by having service of process and state documents send to their registered agent's office in Maine. The registered agent follows delivery instructions to ensure that important documents reach the correct individual. Smaller companies in Maine benefit by providing a consistent Maine address.
Another advantage to using another company as your Maine registered agent is that the information of your Maine registered agent is public record.
Learn how to select BizFilings as your registered agent in Maine.
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