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Business Formation Services

Start Your LLC in Florida

Select your filing state to get started:

Is this your first time forming an LLC?

Have you started doing business?

How It Works

How it works:

  1. 1.Choose your state of formation
  2. 2.Fill out the online application
  3. 3.Pay state fees
  4. 4.Receive your formation documents

The Process of LLC Application

A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is one of the most popular business structures in Florida. It blends the personal liability protection of a corporation with the tax flexibility and simpler operations of a partnership. When you form an LLC in Florida, you create a separate legal entity that keeps your personal assets, including your home, savings, and personal property, protected from business debts and lawsuits.

The LLC formation process in Florida involves choosing a unique business name, naming a registered agent with a Florida address, filing Articles of Organization with Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, drafting an Operating Agreement, and getting any licenses your industry requires. FormationHub handles the paperwork from start to finish and makes sure your filing meets Florida requirements.

Whether you are launching a new venture, converting from a sole proprietorship, or setting up a holding company, an LLC in Florida gives you the structure and protection you need without the formality of a corporation. With pass through taxation, your business income flows straight to your personal tax return, so you avoid the double taxation that traditional corporations face.

Florida LLC FAQs

Get answers to common questions about LLC formation

To form a Florida LLC, you file Articles of Organization with Florida Division of Corporations, name a registered agent with a Florida address, and choose a unique business name. FormationHub handles every step. You complete a short form, and we prepare and submit the paperwork on your behalf.
Filling out our application takes about 5 to 10 minutes. State approval times vary depending on workload at Florida Division of Corporations. Some filings are processed within a few business days, while others take a few weeks. Florida also offers expedited processing in many cases for an additional state fee if you need approval faster.
Yes. Every Florida LLC must have a registered agent with a physical street address in Florida who can receive legal documents on the business's behalf. FormationHub can serve as your Florida registered agent if you do not have one.
Yes. You do not need to live in Florida to form a Florida LLC. You will need a registered agent with a physical Florida address, and FormationHub can provide that for you.
In Florida, the formation document is called Articles of Organization. It is filed with Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. Missing the May 1 Annual Report deadline triggers a late fee that is significantly higher than the report fee itself.
You will receive your stamped Articles of Organization from Florida Division of Corporations, an Operating Agreement template, and a Florida compliance checklist with key state filing deadlines. If you add an EIN to your order, you will also receive your IRS EIN confirmation letter.
Florida requires every LLC to file an Annual Report each year, due by May 1.
Florida law does not require an Operating Agreement, but having one is strongly recommended. An Operating Agreement defines ownership, decision making, and profit distribution among members. We provide a Florida Operating Agreement template with every formation.
Yes. You do not have to be a U.S. citizen or resident to form a Florida LLC. You will need a registered agent with a Florida street address and a way to apply for an EIN. FormationHub helps with both.
Once Florida Division of Corporations approves your formation, you can open a business bank account, apply for licenses or permits your industry requires, and start operating. Florida compliance reminders are sent before each filing deadline so you keep your LLC in good standing.

FormationHub provides document preparation and filing services for business formations. We are not a law firm, accounting firm, or government agency, and we do not offer legal, tax, or financial advice. The information on this site is for general informational purposes only. Our service handles the preparation and submission of your LLC formation documents to the appropriate state authority on your behalf. FormationHub operates independently and is not endorsed by, affiliated with, or connected to any Secretary of State office or government body. We strongly recommend consulting a qualified attorney or tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.