Incorporating in Texas? We've assembled a list of useful links
where you can find information on incorporating in Texas. If we
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Incorporating in Texas
Contact Information
Corporations Section
Secretary of State
P.O. Box 13697
Austin, TX 78711
(512) 463-5555 Incorporate in Texas
Useful Texas Incorporation Links
Search Corporations Database - The Secretary of State Online Access (SOSDirect) web access system provides subscribers with up-to-date, on-line computer access to a variety of information maintained by the Office of the Secretary of State for the State of Texas.
Selecting a Business Structure - Tips for identifying what type of business structure you should form for your small business.
Nonprofit Organizations - Everything you need to know about nonprofit organizations in the State of Texas. Includes forms, FAQs and access to the Charitable Organization's Tax Filing database.
Trademark Forms - Lists all forms needed for trademark application and assignment in the State of Texas.
Fee Schedule - Fees for all corporation forms in the State of Texas.
Filing Options & Aids
- Explanation of the different options available for filing forms in Texas. Includes direction for downloading, filings by fax, expedited filings, online certificate validation and a range of payment methods.
Public Information - The Secretary of State in Texas maintains a team of public information specialists to provide information from the agency's computer database. Business organization name availability or information about a specific entity may be obtained.
Copies & Certificates - Directions on how to request copies of documents and certificates issued by the Texas Secretary of State's office.
Tax Information - Includes information for the Texas State Franchise Tax and the Federal Income Tax.
Business Start-Up Information- Links to everything you need to start a business in Texas, including, resources, licenses, taxes and trademarks.
Foreign or Out-of-State Entities - Explains statutes and forms for starting a business in Texas if you are an out-of-State entity.
