Florida corporation first-year checklist
A Florida profit corporation starts with Articles of Incorporation and a $70 state filing fee ($35 Articles plus $35 registered-agent designation). Organize bylaws, director and stock records after approval, and budget $150 for the first annual report in the following calendar year. Our filing team handles preparation and submission; legal and tax decisions require professional advice.
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- Check the corporate name and choose an eligible Florida registered agent.
- Prepare Articles with authorized shares, incorporator and required officer/director details.
- Review and submit the Articles; pay $70 in separate state fees.
- After approval, organize bylaws, director records and meeting minutes.
- Document stock issuance and ownership in company records with professional guidance.
- Calendar the first annual report for January 1–May 1 of the following year; budget $150.
| Item | State fee / record |
|---|---|
| Articles of Incorporation | $35 |
| Registered-agent designation | $35 |
| Annual report | $150 |
| Reinstatement, only if dissolved | $600 + $150 per missed report |
| Bylaws, directors and stock issuance | Internal company records; not a separate price quote |
- Corporation formation is $70: $35 Articles plus $35 registered-agent designation. Official source
- Profit corporation annual reports cost $150; the filing window is January 1–May 1. Official source
- Profit corporation reinstatement costs $600 plus each missed annual report fee. Official source
Corp USA is not a law firm and does not provide legal, tax, or accounting advice. We are a document filing service. Use of this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. For legal advice, consult a licensed attorney.
Are bylaws the same as Articles?
No. Articles form the corporation with the state; bylaws are internal governance records. Seek legal guidance for their terms.
Does formation automatically give S-corporation tax status?
No. Eligible entities request federal S treatment separately, generally with IRS Form 2553.
Is reinstatement part of a new corporation’s budget?
No. The $600 reinstatement fee and missed reports apply to a dissolved corporation seeking reinstatement, not a new formation.