How to Register a Delaware Business Online

It's easy to register a business online with Harvard Business Services, Inc. When it comes to online business formations in Delaware, you'll have the opportunity to get your business started faster, with less hassle, and lower cost. You can start the Delaware company registration process online or reach out to our team if you have any questions.

How can I place my order with Harvard Business Services, Inc.?

You can incorporate and register your business online, over the phone at 1-800-345-CORP, via fax at 302-645-1280 or through the mail by sending your documents to 16192 Coastal Highway, Lewes, DE, 19958.

How can I check if my business name is available?

Before you incorporate a business in Delaware, you'll have to check and see if your preferred name is available in Delaware. We can do this for you, free of charge. Simply fill out our quick name check form.

What type of business entities can I create?

Harvard Business Services, Inc. can help educate and create the right type of company for your business. You can choose from; a Limited Liability Company (LLC), General Corporation (C-Corp or S-Corp), Close Corporation (C-Corp or S Corp), Public Benefit Corporation (PBC), Non-Profit Corporation (501c3), Series Limited Liability Company (Series LLC), or a Limited Partnership (LP). Each entity is different in structure and annual Delaware Franchise Tax.

Do I need to register my business for taxes?

When you incorporate your Delaware company with Harvard Business Services, Inc. you'll be subject to paying an annual Delaware Franchise Tax. If the business is operating business outside of Delaware generally the next step is to obtain Certificate of Authority to do business in your home state. This will allow you to operate lawful business activites within that state as foreign entity and comply with an local compliance matters. Every state has their own laws and regulations regarding annual reports and taxes and it would be best to speak with tax professional for more information.

Do I need to register my business in multiple states?

As a Delaware entity you can operate lawful business activities all over the world. Generally if operating in multiple states as a Delaware entity you will have to file for Certificate of Authority to do business in each state to comply with any local and state compliance matters.

What do I need to provide when registering my business online?

When you register your business online with Harvard Business Services you will need to provide the: Name of the Company, a Communications Contact Person, Initial Members (LLC) or Initial Directors (Corporation), Number of Authorized Stock (Corporation) and method of payment. Contact our team today and we will walk you through the entire process.

How long does it take to register a Delaware business online?

The process is very easy and can be done in just a matter of a few minutes. We will file the company the same day with the Delaware Division of corporations and the approved documents will be emailed in 2 to 3 business days.

When do I pay Harvard Business Services, Inc.?

The Delaware Division of Corporations requires filing fees to be paid before incorporation documents can be filed, so Harvard Business Services, Inc. must require payment be made at the time an order is placed.

How do I pay Harvard Business Services, Inc.?

If you order one of our incorporation packages online, you can pay via credit card, check by phone or PayPal at the time of your order. You may also pay for your order via wire transfer. Simply email us at wires@delawareinc.com and we will forward our wire transfer information to you shortly thereafter.

If you are paying by mail, we also accept check or money order. Simply send your documentation, along with your payment, to 16192 Coastal Highway, Lewes, DE, 19958, and we will process your order as soon as your request arrives at our office.