Learn the basic facts about Connecticut corporations and Connecticut limited liability companies (LLCs). Compare the differences between Connecticut corporations and Connecticut LLCs and learn about Connecticut rules and regulations that relate to forming a corporation or LLC.

Forming a Connecticut Corporation or Limited Liability Company (LLC)

There are a number of business entity types to consider when you are deciding the structure of your Connecticut business. The most advantageous entities to form in Connecticut are typically corporations or LLCs. Although other entity options are possible, these are the entities that offer the highest level of liability protection in Connecticut. As you review the characteristics of incorporating or forming an LLC in Connecticut, be sure to keep in mind both the present and future needs of your business. Often, when you start a business it begins as a small organization.

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If you decide that a Connecticut corporation or LLC is the best option for your business, BizFilings will form your company in Connecticut, faster than anyone else, without costly legal fees. Our cost-saving offerings include:

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Connecticut Corporate Name Endings
Connecticut Corporation Requirements
Connecticut Corporate Taxes and Fees
Connecticut Business License Requirements


Connecticut Corporate Name Endings

The name of the corporation must be in English letters or numbers and must contain one of the following words: "Corporation," "Company," "Incorporated," "Limited," "Societa per Azioni," or contain the abbreviation "Corp.," "Inc.," "Co.," "Ltd.," or "S.p.A." The name may not imply it is organized for any purpose not permitted in its certificate. The name must be distinguishable from the name of a domestic corporation; a reserved or registered corporate name; the fictitious name of a foreign corporation; the name of a nonprofit corporation; the name of any domestic or foreign non-stock corporation; or other business entities filed with the state.


Connecticut Corporation Requirements

Director Information

Connecticut LLC Name Endings
Connecticut LLC Requirements
Connecticut LLC Taxes and Fees
Connecticut Business License Requirements


LLC Name Endings

The name of a LLC must end with "Limited Liability Company," "LLC," or "L.L.C."


Connecticut LLC Requirements

Member/Manager Information

Connecticut corporations and LLCs are required to have a registered agent located in Connecticut. The Connecticut registered agent is responsible for receiving important legal and tax documents including service of process (litigation) documents, franchise tax forms, and annual report forms.

A Connecticut registered agent is an individual or company located at a street address in Connecticut. Post office boxes are not acceptable addresses for a registered agent in Connecticut.

If a company, such as BizFilings, is acting as your registered agent they must be registered as a corporation in Connecticut. There are a number of advantages to using a registered agent service provider in Connecticut, but the advantages differ between large and small companies.

Large companies in Connecticut benefit by having service of process and state documents send to their registered agent's office in Connecticut. The registered agent follows delivery instructions to ensure that important documents reach the correct individual. Smaller companies in Connecticut benefit by providing a consistent Connecticut address.

Another advantage to using another company as your Connecticut registered agent is that the information of your Connecticut registered agent is public record.

Learn how to select BizFilings as your registered agent in Connecticut.