Utah Certificate of Organization

How to File Your Utah Certificate of Formation

The UT LLC Certificate of Organization is pretty simple. It’s a one-page document that requires some information. We’ll help you figure out what information is necessary so the form can be filled out correctly.

Follow this simple guide to help complete your state of Utah Certificate of Organization. 

Step 1: Submit Your LLC’s Official Name

The first rule about picking the right name for your new business is to make sure that it hasn’t been used by another business. It has to be unique and distinguishable from other business registrations in Utah. The second rule is that the name must include “limited company,” “limited liability company,” “L.C.,” or “L.L.C.” This tells the general public what kind of company it is. 

Step 2: Add A Copy of the Name Reservation Certificate

If you are submitting your LLC name for the first time on the Certificate of Organization, you will not have a reservation certificate. Reservation certificates are necessary only if you want to reserve your company’s name before you’re ready to file everything necessary to get things started. A name reservation just makes sure no one can use your name while you’re getting ready to start your Utah LLC. But a name reservation in Utah only holds the name for 120 days. 

Step 3: Provide the Name and Address of Your Registered Agent

Every company registered with the state is required to have a registered agent. This is usually a person or company that does this for their business. A registered agent is there to accept the service of legal documents like lawsuits and other documents. If you don’t know how to find a registered agent company, our Registered Agent Service, will make it easy to find the right agent for your LLC. 

Step 4: Provide the Names and Addresses of LLC Members

In Utah, the owners of the LLCs are called members. All you have to do is put the name and contact information of at least one member or owner of the company.

Step 5: Choose a Filing Date

In Utah, once the secretary of state receives the certificate of organization, then it is considered filed and active on that date. 

Step 6: Attach Any Needed Statements 

If the application requires any additional forms, such as the reservation of name certificate, it should be attached with the certificate of organization upon filing with the Utah secretary of state’s office. 

Where to File Your Utah Certificate of Formation

The easiest way to make your new LLC official is to file it online with the Utah Secretary of State’s office. You will first set up a business account with the state, and through this account, you can file everything necessary to start your company, including tax filings. 

What are the next steps? 

After filing an LLC certificate of organization in UT, there are other steps to take to make your company a success.  

Create an Operating Agreement

An LLC operating agreement is a document that sets forth the rules of the company, how things are going to be run, responsibilities between the owners, and any other issues that the owners think should be agreed upon and put in writing. Although the state of Utah doesn’t require that you have an operating agreement, it’s still a good idea to have one for your company so everyone involved is on the same page. 

We can help you create your LLC’s Operating Agreement with our Operating Agreement Template. 

Apply for an EIN

An employer identification number is necessary for many reasons. It’s considered an identification number for your company, similar to how individuals are given social security numbers. You obtain an EIN from the IRS by filing a form and providing information. With an EIN, you can file your taxes, obtain business loans, and set up a business checking account. With our Employer ID Number Service,  we can easily set up an EIN for you without you having to search for the filings.

We can help!

Being your own boss is a great thing, but sometimes it’s tough because you are ultimately responsible for everything. But you don’t have to do it alone. We can help you set up everything and cut down significantly the amount of time and research necessary. We can even help you easily keep track of your invoices, expenses, and income with our ZenBusiness Money Service.

We stay with you going on into the future and help make your company a success. With our Worry-Free Compliance Service, we will keep your company legal and compliant every year.