Own your dream company in Florida, USA, with the assurance of Sirket.io.
Apply NowThe filing fee to form an LLC in Florida is $125.
You can search for the company name you want to form on the Florida state website .
The annual state reporting fee in the state of Florida is $138.75.
The sales tax (VAT) rate in the state of Florida is 6%.
You can find important details about the process of establishing a company in the USA in this section.
The company control panel is a comprehensive customer portal that allows company owners to perform various operations. Through this portal, you can access company documents, order new services, manage your subscriptions, and communicate directly with the support team. After completing your company formation application, you will be sent an email invitation to register for the company control panel. You can access the panel by using company information panel
We offer special privileges to entrepreneurs who establish a company through Sirket.io. We support you to grow your business with discount coupons, special pricing and account credits valid for the services provided by our select business partners. You can access these special privileges from the "Documents" page in your company control panel.
A Legal Representative is a legal requirement for every LLC formed in the US. This critical service provides a designated representative to accept your company’s official correspondence, legal notices, and important documents from government agencies. At Company.io, we offer a Legal Representative service in all 51 states of the United States. For the first year, this service is included in the price of your incorporation package, but renews annually for $120 in subsequent years. Companies that do not purchase or renew their Legal Representative service risk being shut down by the state. Therefore, it is necessary to renew your Legal Representative service to ensure that your business continues to operate uninterruptedly and legally.
The standard corporate address is the official business address provided to you in the state where your company is established. This address ensures that all official documents and correspondence coming to your company are received. Incoming documents are received by our professional team, scanned and securely uploaded to your account in your corporate control panel. Important Note: Our standard corporate address service provides an address without a suite number and no separate lease agreement is issued under this service.
Once your company’s incorporation application is approved by the state, a number of important documents will be uploaded to your company dashboard. These documents include the Articles of Incorporation, Initial Management Orders, Share Certificate, and Company Management Agreement. These documents are critical documents that determine the legal status and internal governance structure of your company. All of these documents will be securely stored digitally and will be available on your company dashboard for easy access when needed.
Once your company is established, we will begin the process of applying for your corporate tax number, known as an EIN (Employer Identification Number). For this purpose, we will submit Form SS-4 to the IRS (U.S. Internal Revenue Service). It usually takes 3-4 weeks for your EIN to be processed by the IRS and forwarded to us. Once your EIN is delivered to us, it will be uploaded to your corporate dashboard.
All services included in the standard package are also included in the PRO+ package.
FinCEN BOI filing is a legal requirement for all companies operating in the U.S. We collect, organize, and report information about your company's shareholders and officers, including passport photos, to FinCEN. New companies must complete the FinCEN BOI filing within 30 days of incorporation.
We provide our customers who choose our PRO+ and VIP packages with a prestigious New York address with a suite number for their companies. This New York company address serves as the official business address for your business. All official documents and correspondence sent to your address are received by our professional team, scanned and securely uploaded to your account in your company control panel. Your New York address gives your company a professional image and simplifies your mail management processes.
We offer account opening support to our clients on platforms such as Mercury, Payoneer and Wise Business to open a business bank account for their company. We guide them to submit a strong application and get their application approved. Opening a business bank account is subject to the bank officer's company assessment.
We guide our clients to manage their company's accounting records effectively and provide comprehensive support for accounting software. We also offer a special 30% discount on QuickBooks accounting software.
We offer professional support and guidance to help you seamlessly complete the account opening and approval process for your company with credit card and online payment infrastructure providers such as PayPal and Stripe. Also, for our customers who establish a company with Sirket.io, there are no Stripe commissions on your first $25,000 in sales on Stripe!
All services included in the Standard and PRO+ packages are also included in the VIP package.
ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) is an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number issued to individuals who are taxpayers in the United States but do not have a Social Security Number (SSN). It is issued by the IRS and allows individuals to file tax returns and make tax payments. ITIN is required to obtain credit cards from banks and to open a PayPal Business account.
Sales Tax Registration service includes registering your company with a state to meet sales tax collection and payment obligations in states in the U.S. The Sales Tax Registration service covers only one state.
Sales Tax declaration involves declaring and paying the tax you collect to the state where your company is responsible for collecting sales tax at certain periods. The Sales Tax Declaration service covers only one state.
The Resale Certificate is required by retailers and wholesalers and provides exemption from sales tax on purchase and sale transactions. The Resale Certificate is provided by the state where the Sales Tax Registration is made.
We file the state report on your behalf in a timely manner as required by the state in which your company is incorporated. This service does not include the state report fee to be paid to the state.
Florida, one of the most preferred states by entrepreneurs who want to establish a company in the United States, stands out with the advantages and opportunities it offers. Establishing a company in Florida brings with it many advantages. The state’s tax advantages, fast establishment process and strong economic infrastructure create an attractive environment for entrepreneurs. Florida’s international trade connections and tourism potential also create an ideal ground for your business to grow.
In Florida, you must pay the state Articles of Organization, which is $125, to form an LLC . You must also file an annual report with the state of Florida by May 1 of each year and pay a reporting fee of $138.75. These costs are quite reasonable compared to other states. In addition to these basic costs, it is important to consider additional costs such as registered agent services, business licenses, and professional consulting services when forming your company.
The first and most important step in the corporation formation process is choosing a unique name for your business. Florida state law requires that the name you choose be distinct from other corporations operating in the state. When choosing a name, you should conduct extensive research using the Sunbiz Division of Corporations online database. It is mandatory to include “LLC,” “LLC” or “Limited Liability Company” at the end of your name. It is also important that your name is not misleading or suggests a government agency.
One of the most critical steps when forming an LLC in Florida is to designate a legal representative. A legal representative is the person or organization responsible for accepting official documents and legal notices on behalf of your company. Your legal representative must have a physical address in Florida. PO box addresses are not accepted. Especially for international entrepreneurs, having a professional legal representative can help the process go smoothly. Sirket.io offers free legal representation for the first year to customers who purchase company formation services in all states in the US .
For our customers who plan to establish a company in the US, it is necessary to have a business address in the US. Our company formation packages include a free US Business Address and Mail Forwarding service , where we receive the documents that our customers receive, scan them upon request, or ship them to the requested address. As Sirket.io, we provide mail forwarding address service in the state of New York ; there is no fixed monthly or annual fee for this service and it operates on a “pay as you go” basis.
The official step in setting up an LLC is to prepare and file the Articles of Organization with the Florida Department of State. This document contains the basic information about your company and is processed within 5 business days when submitted online. In Florida, your LLC will typically take 5-7 business days to set up.
The Operating Agreement is an important document that governs the internal operations of your LLC. Although this document is not legally required, it is critical for the professional management of your company and the prevention of potential disputes. The Operating Agreement should detail the following:
Obtaining a Federal Tax Number (EIN) is mandatory for your LLC’s tax procedures and bank account opening. You can apply for an EIN for free with your SSN (American Social Security Number) through the IRS’s online platform. The application process takes approximately 15 minutes and approval is given immediately. A different procedure is applied for foreign entrepreneurs, and the application is made by fax or mail. EIN applications made by fax are finalized in an average of 3 weeks . The IRS will forward the application result to the fax number you specified with the SS-4 document or by mailing the CP-575 form to your business address in the United States.
After you have completed your company setup, you can first separate your personal and business finances by opening a commercial bank account, thus strengthening your legal protection. It will be useful to have the Operating Agreement and Articles of Organization with you to speed up the bank account opening process.
You can open an online bank account through fintech companies like Mercury, Wise, Payoneer Business, and Airwallex. A passport photo and selfie video may be requested for identity verification. During the application process, you will be asked to provide information about your company’s activities; you will also need to present your company documents, Articles of Organization and EIN (CP-575).
To open an account at major local banks in the US, you will need to visit a branch of the bank in person.
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which went into effect in 2024, requires all LLC owners in the United States to submit a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report to FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network). This report requires detailed information about individuals who own 25% or more of the company and individuals who have significant control over the company.
For LLCs formed after January 1, 2024, a report must be filed within 90 days, and for LLCs formed before that date, a report must be filed by January 1, 2025. The report must include the full legal name, date of birth, current address, and identification number of the company owners. Failure to do so may result in a fine of up to $500 per day and even imprisonment. Therefore, it is recommended that you file a BOI Report as soon as possible after you form your LLC in Florida and receive your EIN.
Annual report filing is also a major obligation. You must file your annual report and pay the $138.75 fee by May 1 of each year. You must file your first annual report in the year following the year you form your LLC.
As an LLC owner in Florida, it is important to keep a close eye on your federal tax obligations. LLCs are not subject to direct federal taxation, with earnings reported by the owners on their individual income tax returns. Federal taxation varies depending on the number of members in your LLC:
Additionally, if you have employees, you must file quarterly Form 941 (Quarterly Employment Tax Return) and annual Form 940 (FUTA Tax Return).
While there is no general state business license requirement in Florida, you may need a variety of licenses and permits depending on your type of business. Sales tax registration is especially important:
For detailed information about sales tax, you can read the article Sales Tax in America .
You must always direct your LLC income to your company bank account and only conduct company expenses through company cards and accounts. You must record and keep all of your company transactions using accounting software. It is prohibited to use company funds for personal expenses. However, you can transfer the money you earn from your LLC to your individual accounts at any time during the year. If your transaction volume is high, we recommend that you contact our team for accounting support. Although it is not mandatory to work with an accountant in the USA, it is useful to get professional support to avoid tax penalties. As Sirket.io, we provide accounting and tax return preparation services in the USA.
We make the Florida company formation process easy for you. At Sirket.io, we offer professional LLC formation services starting at $180.