INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION FOR DOMESTIC PROFIT CORPORATION 34

File this form with the Montana Secretary of State in order to establish a corporation in the state. You should consult with an attorney while completing this form.

“Articles of Incorporation for Domestic Profit Corporation 34 Step 1”

Check the appropriate box(es) in Article 1 and write the name of the corporation beside the box. Make sure the business name contains one of the following terms: corporation, incorporated, company, limited, or an appropriate abbreviation. If the company is a professional corporation, the name needs to contain the words “professional corporation” or an appropriate abbreviation.

“Articles of Incorporation for Domestic Profit Corporation 34 Step 2”

Provide the name and address of the corporation’s registered agent in Article 2. If the mailing address if different, provide this address as well. The agent needs to sign the last line in this Article.

“Articles of Incorporation for Domestic Profit Corporation 34 Step 3”

Provide the name of authorized shares of capital stock under the corporation in Article 3.

“Articles of Incorporation for Domestic Profit Corporation 34 Step 4”

Provide the name and business mailing address of each incorporator in Article 4. If additional space is needed, attach a separate sheet.

“Articles of Incorporation for Domestic Profit Corporation 34 Step 5”

Each incorporator needs to sign the bottom of the form along with the date of signature. If additional space is needed, provide a separate sheet. Make sure to provide a phone number and email for correspondence about this form as well.

“Articles of Incorporation for Domestic Profit Corporation 34 Step 6”

The filing fee is $70.00 for regular service. If you want 24 hour expedited service, the filing fee is $90.00. 1 hour expedited service will cost $170.00. Make the check payable to Secretary of State.

“Articles of Incorporation for Domestic Profit Corporation 34 Step 7”

Mail the forms to the following address:

Linda McCulloch

Secretary of State

P.O. Box 202801

Helena, MT 59620-2801

The form is processed within 10 days if you requested regular service. If the form is correct and complete, the state with send a certificate. Make sure you ask for a “filed stamped” copy of the document along with the certification letter. The certified copy requires no additional charge.