INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION (Corporation) DN-01

This form is used to form a corporation within the state of Arkansas. If you need additional help with this form, you’re encouraged to use the assistance of an attorney.

“Articles of Incorporation (Corporation) DN-01 Step 1”

Provide the name of the corporation on the first lines of the form. If you’ve reserved the name of the corporation, attach a copy of the form. A corporation’s name must contain the word “Corporation,” “Company,” “Limited,” “Incorporated,” or an appropriate abbreviation.

“Articles of Incorporation (Corporation) DN-01 Step 2”

In part 2, provide the number of shares under the corporation and the par value of each share. In the section below, provide the number of shares, their class, their series (if any) and the shares par value.

“Articles of Incorporation (Corporation) DN-01 Step 3”

Provide the name and street address of the initial registered agent in part 3. Provide their physical address instead of a PO Box number.

“Articles of Incorporation (Corporation) DN-01 Step 4”

Provide the name and address of each incorporator in part 4. If additional space is needed, attach an separate sheet to this form.

“Articles of Incorporation (Corporation) DN-01 Step 5”

In part 5a, provide the main purpose of the corporation. The area of business must be lawful.

“Articles of Incorporation (Corporation) DN-01 Step 6”

The authorizing officer needs to sign and print their name at the bottom of this form.

“Articles of Incorporation (Corporation) DN-01 Step 7”

Authorized officer needs to complete second page of this form as well in order to receive the annual corporate franchise tax reporting form. Provide the corporation’s name on the first line and the name of the contact person on the second line. List the street address of PO Box number for the contact person along with their telephone number and email address.

“Articles of Incorporation (Corporation) DN-01 Step 8”

The Articles of Incorporation can be filed online or by mail. If the Articles are submitted online, the filing fee is $45.00. If filed by mail, the fee is $50.00. Send the forms to the following address:

Arkansas Secretary of State

Business and Commercial Services

State Capital

Little Rock, AR

72201-1094

If you to access other forms to attach to the Articles of Incorporation, visit the following link: http://www.sos.arkansas.gov/BCS/Pages/Domestic.aspx.