Florida LLC Formation

Form Your Florida Company

Entity Type

LLC Corporation

Company Info

Company Name

Must include "LLC," "L.L.C.," or "Limited Liability Company."

Must include "Corporation," "Company," "Incorporated," "Corp," "Inc," or "Co."

Backup Name 1 (optional)

Backup Name 2 (optional)

The state may reject your first choice if it's already in use. Backup names help avoid delays.

Primary Contact

Full Name

Country of Residence

Addresses & Registered Agent

Principal Office Address

Street Address

City

State

ZIP Code

Must be a physical street address. P.O. Boxes are not accepted.

Mailing Address

Same as principal address

Street Address

City

State

ZIP Code

May be a P.O. Box.

Registered Agent

I want Font & Co. to serve as my Registered Agent

Registered Agent Full Name

Street Address

City

State

ZIP Code

Must be a Florida street address.

Management & Ownership Details

Management Structure

Member-Managed All members participate directly in running the company. Manager-Managed One or more designated managers run the company on behalf of the members.

Corporate Purpose

Number of Authorized Shares

Common for small businesses: 1,000–100,000 shares. Consult a professional if unsure.

Incorporator

The incorporator is the person who signs and submits the Articles of Incorporation. This is often the founder, but does not have to be.

Incorporator Full Name

Street Address

City

State

ZIP Code

Members & Officers

Members / Managers

Add each member or manager of the company, along with their address.

No members or managers added yet.

Officers / Directors

Optional, but recommended for banking and licensing purposes.

No officers or directors added yet.

Add-Ons

I need an EIN (Federal Tax ID)

Florida LLC Formation: $500. Includes state filing, EIN, and registered agent (1 year).

Review & Confirm

Company Name

Entity Type

Primary Contact

Addresses & Registered Agent

Management & Ownership Details

Members / Managers

Officers / Directors

Add-Ons

I confirm the information provided above is accurate and complete. I understand Font & Co. is not a law firm and does not provide legal, tax, or accounting advice. This service covers Florida state filing coordination only. I have read and agree to the Terms of Service and Refund Policy.

Type your full legal name to sign

Date

Please review and confirm all items above to continue.

Before You Begin

A reference number will be assigned to your formation request upon submission.

In the next few steps, you'll share your company name, entity type, founder details, and any additional members or managers.

From there, our team personally handles the state filing with Florida. If you request it, we also handle your EIN registration with the IRS, so you don't have to navigate either process yourself.

Most formations are completed within an estimated 3–5 business days. Before we begin, please review and confirm the acknowledgments below.

Acknowledgments

The information provided herein shall be used solely for the purpose of forming a limited liability company or corporation under the laws of the State of Florida, and shall be treated as confidential in accordance with Font & Co.'s data handling practices. Disclosure of the information provided shall be limited to that reasonably necessary to complete registration with the State of Florida Division of Corporations and the Internal Revenue Service, as required by applicable law. Font & Co. acts solely as a filing coordinator and does not, under the laws of the State of Florida or otherwise, engage in the practice of law, accounting, or tax advisory services. Nothing in this engagement shall be construed as legal, tax, or accounting advice, and clients are encouraged to consult a licensed attorney or certified public accountant for matters requiring such expertise. This engagement is limited to coordination of the Florida state filing process in accordance with the requirements of the Florida Division of Corporations. Font & Co. makes no representation or warranty regarding processing timelines, which are determined solely by the State of Florida and the Internal Revenue Service and remain outside Font & Co.'s control.

Authorizations

I authorize Font & Co. to prepare and submit my company formation documents (including Articles of Organization and IRS Form SS-4) to the State of Florida Division of Corporations and the Internal Revenue Service on my behalf, using the information I provide. I certify that all information I provide is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge, and I understand Font & Co. is not responsible for delays or rejections caused by inaccurate or incomplete information I provide. I understand that once my formation documents are submitted to the State of Florida, the filing fee is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome.

This request will be personally reviewed by the Font & Co. team before filing.

Please review and confirm all items above to continue.

Which One Should I Choose?

Both structures protect your personal assets, but they fit different situations. Here's a quick comparison to help you decide.

LLC

Simpler to run: less paperwork, no required board meetings or minutes.
Flexible profit distribution among members, not tied to ownership percentage.
Popular for real estate holdings, consulting, and small owner-operated businesses.
Managed by its members, or by managers the members appoint.

Corporation

Preferred by investors and venture capital, since it can issue stock.
Clear structure with officers and directors, which some banks and licensing bodies expect.
Easier to bring on employees through stock options.
Requires more ongoing formality: authorized shares, officers, and record-keeping.

Key Terms Explained

Registered Agent

A person or company with a physical Florida address, designated to receive legal notices and official state correspondence on behalf of your company. Florida law requires every LLC and Corporation to have one.

Member-Managed vs. Manager-Managed

Member-managed means all owners (members) participate directly in running the company. Manager-managed means owners appoint one or more managers (who may or may not be owners) to run daily operations, similar to how a board appoints executives.

Authorized Shares

The maximum number of ownership shares your Corporation is allowed to issue. This is a ceiling, not a requirement to issue all of them immediately. Many small businesses authorize between 1,000 and 100,000 shares.

Incorporator

The person who signs and files the Articles of Incorporation with the State of Florida. This is often the founder, but can be anyone designated for this role. Their responsibilities end once the corporation is filed.

Officers & Directors

Officers (e.g. President, Secretary, Treasurer) manage daily operations. Directors oversee major decisions and company strategy. Florida allows one person to hold multiple roles, including being the sole officer and director.

Principal Office Address vs. Mailing Address

The principal address is where your company is primarily located (must be a real street address). The mailing address is where you receive correspondence, and can be different (a P.O. Box is allowed here, but not for the principal address or registered agent).

This is general information only and does not constitute legal, tax, or accounting advice. Font & Co. is not a law firm. We recommend consulting a licensed attorney or CPA for guidance specific to your situation.