Start a California LLC by filing Articles of Organization with the California Secretary of State for $70. We handle the entire process — no US address or visit required.
California is necessary if you're physically doing business there or targeting California clients. Note the $800 minimum annual franchise tax.
Your California LLC name must include 'Limited Liability Company', 'LLC', or 'L.L.C.' Check name availability through the California Secretary of State's online portal. Make sure your name is unique and not already in use by another business.
Register a domain name matching your California LLC to establish your professional online presence. A matching .com domain builds credibility with clients worldwide.
Every California LLC must have a registered agent with a physical California address. As a non-US resident you cannot serve as your own registered agent. Corpify US provides registered agent service for $99/year, included free in Standard and Premium packages.
We provide a compliant California registered agent address for $99/year. Included free in our Standard and Premium LLC packages.
Learn About Registered Agent →File your Articles of Organization with the California Secretary of State. The state filing fee is $70. Processing takes 3-5 business days. We handle the entire filing process on your behalf.
California does not require a filed operating agreement but it is strongly recommended. It defines ownership percentages, member rights, profit distribution, and procedures for managing your LLC. Included in our Standard and Premium packages.
Apply for your Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS via Form SS-4. Required to open a US bank account, use Stripe, and comply with federal tax requirements. Included in Standard and Premium packages.
As a non-resident, we apply for your EIN via IRS Form SS-4 using your passport. EIN is included free in our Standard and Premium packages.
Keep your LLC in good standing by filing your annual report on time. California requires filing Biennial — every 2 years. Corpify US tracks your deadline and files on your behalf for $49 + state fee.
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