Hawaii Articles of Incorporation: Definition, Purpose

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What are Hawaii Articles of Incorporation?

Hawaii articles of incorporation is a legal document that must be filed with the Hawaii Business Registration Division to start a corporation. A corporation’s articles need to include certain company information to be approved by the state. This information includes:

  • A corporation name that includes the word Corporation, Incorporated, or Limited (abbreviations are acceptable)
  • Mailing address of the principal office
  • Name and physical address of the company’s registered agent (cannot be a PO box)
  • The number of authorized shares
  • Names and addresses of all incorporators
  • Signatures of all incorporators

Articles of organization must be filed with a $50 filing fee. Hawaii also offers expedited services for an additional $25.

How Do I Find Articles of Incorporation in Hawaii?

You can search for a business’s articles of incorporation using the search engine provided by the Hawaii Registration Division. The search engine allows you to search by entity name. Once you have located the correct business, you will see the company information like business type, status, filed date, and agent name and address. To access the articles if incorporation of a business, you will need to pay a $7.50 fee.

Does Hawaii Require Articles of Incorporation?

Yes. If you want your business to be a corporation in Hawaii, you must file Articles of incorporation with the Hawaii Business Registration.

How Do I Fill Out Articles of Incorporation in Hawaii?

You can fill out and submit articles of incorporation online at using the Hawaii Business Express website. You will need to create an eHawaii.gov account which will allow you to create a business, save your place during the process, update your business, check the status of submissions, and manage notifications.

If you need assistance filling out Articles of incorporation, it is encouraged to seek help from a business lawyer who is familiar with these forms. A lawyer will ensure that your articles are drafted and filed properly so you can establish your new corporation.

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