Form a Corporation in Wyoming

Everything you need to know about forming a Corporation in Wyoming. Filing fees, requirements, timeline, and step-by-step guidance.

$100

Filing Fee

5-7 business days

Processing Time

$50

Annual Tax

Required

Registered Agent

How to File

Select an available name ending with 'Corporation,' 'Incorporated,' 'Company,' or abbreviation. Check availability on Wyoming SOS website.

30 minutes

Designate a registered agent with Wyoming address to receive legal documents and official correspondence.

15 minutes

Complete Articles of Incorporation including corporate name, registered agent, authorized shares, and incorporator information.

45 minutes

Submit Articles of Incorporation with $100 filing fee online or by mail to Wyoming Secretary of State.

15 minutes

Once your Corporation is officially formed, you'll want to complete these important steps:

•Obtain EIN from IRS — Apply for Federal Employer Identification Number online at IRS.gov for tax purposes and banking.
•Create Corporate Bylaws — Draft internal bylaws governing corporate operations, meetings, and officer duties (not filed with state).
•Issue Stock and Hold Organizational Meeting — Issue initial stock certificates and conduct first board meeting to adopt bylaws and appoint officers.

Franchise Tax:$50

Annual Report Fee:$50

Report Due:First day of the anniversary month of incorporation

Annual report must be filed by the first day of the anniversary month. License tax is minimum $50 or $2 per $1,000 of assets in Wyoming.

Last verified: December 2025Source

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