Vermont Articles of Incorporation: Definition, Purpose

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What are Vermont Articles of Incorporation?

Vermont articles of incorporation is a legal document that must be filed with the Vermont Secretary of State to register a new corporation. A corporation’s articles need to include specific information about the corporation.

Some required 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

How Do I Find Articles of Incorporation in Vermont?

Articles of incorporation are public record. You can search for the formation documents for any business registered in the state of Vermont using the search engine on the Secretary of State website.

Under “Searches” click “Businesses”. From here, you can search for a business using the business name, ID, filing number, or past business name. Once you have found the business, you can view filing history, name history, and shares. Business formation documents like articles of incorporation will be located in the filing history.

Does Vermont Require Articles of Incorporation?

Yes. If you want to run your business as a corporation in Vermont, you must file Articles of incorporation.

How Do I Fill Out Articles of Incorporation in Vermont?

You can fill out articles of incorporation in Vermont on the Secretary of State website through the Corporations Division online filing portal. You will need to create a user account to access this service.

From here, you can register your new corporation and pay the filing fees using an e-check or any major credit card. If you are unsure what needs to be included in your company’s articles of incorporation, you should always consult with a business lawyer. A lawyer can help guide you through the e-filing process and ensure that your articles adhere to Vermont laws.

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