Washington DC LLC Formation Guide

Introduction

This guide provides a detailed overview of the steps required to form a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Washington DC. By following these instructions, you'll be able to successfully complete the formation process, ensuring all necessary information is accurately entered and submitted.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Access the Washington DC Business Portal

To begin the formation process, navigate to the Washington DC business portal via the link provided on your Confluence page.

Click on "Sign In with Access ID" and enter the shared password to access the portal.

Create or Register Entity

Once logged in, navigate to the "Filings" section and click on "Create or Register Entity."

Select Legal Structure

Choose "Domestic Limited Liability Company" as the legal structure, then click "Next."

Enter Business Name and Check Availability

Input your desired business name and click "Check Availability." If the name is available, proceed to the next step.

Enter Entity Details

Fill in the entity's email and phone number, using the member's phone number. Set the effective date to the "Soonest Possible Date" and continue.

Define Purpose and Member Information

Enter the purpose of the business using the entity's business information. For example, "Political Consultant." Proceed to input the member's street and mailing addresses.

Select Registered Agent

Select "Existing Registered Agent" and enter "Registered Agent Solutions," then search and select "Rossi."

Add Beneficial Owner

Click "Add" to enter the name of the agency and the member's details, including the business address.

Enter Organizer Information

Input the organizer's information, including their business and mailing addresses.

Save and Take Screenshot

After entering all required information, click "Save and Continue" and take a screenshot of the page for your records.

Submit and Pay Filing Fees

Review the filing details, submit the application, and proceed to payment. Enter payment information stored in one password and authorize the payment.

Print Receipt and Monitor Filing Status

Print the receipt and note to check back after five business days to review the filing status in your dashboard.

Conclusion

By following this guide, you have successfully completed the Washington DC LLC formation process. Ensure to keep track of your application status via the dashboard and refer back to this guide if needed for future filings.