Resources for Starting and Maintaining a Business in Indiana
At CorpNet our mission is to help you start your business and help you keep it in compliance. To assist you in your entrepreneurial journey, we’ve collected answers to the most frequently asked questions small business owners have about starting and maintaining a business in the state of Indiana.
Our goal is to provide you with a one-stop solution for all of your business, payroll tax registrations, and compliance filings. And if we can help you along the way, our team of entity filings and compliance experts is just a call away.
Quick Facts for Starting an Indiana Business
Expedited Services Available: Yes
New Business Publishing Required: No
Private Registration Available: No
Registered Agent Required: Yes*
Annual Report Required: Yes (Biennial)
Franchise Tax Required: No
State Sales Tax: 7%
State Income Tax: 4.9%
Unemployment Insurance: 4.9% – 7.4%
*DBAs do not require a registered agent.
Indiana Business Entity Options
| Business Entity Type | State Registration Fees | Applicable Form |
| Domestic Limited Partnership (LP) | $100 | Certificate of Limited Partnership (Form 51586) |
| Domestic Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) | $100 | Registration for a Limited Liability Partnership (Form 51572) |
| Domestic For-Profit Corporation and Professional Corporation | $100 | Articles of Incorporation (Form 4159) |
| Domestic Nonprofit Corporation | $50 | Articles of Incorporation (Form 4162) |
| Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) | $100 | Articles of Organization (Form 49459) |
| Series Limited Liability Company (SLLC) | $250 | Articles of Organization (Form 56269) |
| All Foreign Business Entities | $75-$250 | Foreign Registration Statement (Form 56369) |
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Key Indiana Government Resources
Indiana Secretary of State
200 W Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
in.gov/sos
Indiana Department of Revenue
100 N Senate Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
in.gov/dor
A Guide for Starting a Business in the State of Indiana
Launching a new business in Indiana can be a smart move due to the state’s favorable business environment. Characterized by relatively low corporate taxes, reasonable regulatory requirements, and a comparatively affordable cost of living, Indiana’s central location gives it easy access to a broad customer base. The state also boasts a skilled and diverse workforce supported by renowned universities and vocational institutions, providing a talent pipeline for various industries.
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Ongoing Business Compliance
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Business compliance can slip through the cracks! As your existing business evolves, you are required to file notify the state of any changes. Many business owners lose sight of these requirements and fail to realize they haven’t met compliance requirements.
Use our compliance checklist to determine which business filings you need to perform to manage this year’s activities and changes.
Additional Resources and Articles
Compare Entities
- Choosing a Business Structure
- Business Structures Wizard
- Sole Proprietorship vs. Partnership
- Sole Proprietorship vs. LLC
- LLC vs. Partnership
- LLC vs. Corporation
- C Corporation vs. S Corporation
- S Corporation vs. LLC
- LLC vs. S Corp vs. C Corp
- DBA vs. LLC
- LLP vs. LLC
- LLC vs. PLLC
- Professional Corporation vs. LLC
- Single Member vs. Multiple Member LLC
- Member vs. Manager-Managed LLC
- Domestic LLC vs. Foreign LLC
Common Questions
- What is a Certificate of Incorporation?
- What is a Certificate of Registration?
- What is a Statement of Information?
- What are Articles of Incorporation?
- What are Articles of Organization?
- What is an Annual Franchise Tax Report?
- What is a Certificate of Authority?
- What is a Statement of Purpose?
- What Is a Fictitious Name?
- What is a Pass-Through Entity?
- What is the Owner of an LLC Called?
- What is the Role of an LLC Organizer?
- What Is a Registered Agent?
- What is a Statutory Agent?
- What is a Reseller License?
- What is a Corporate Resolution?
- What Is a Letter of Good Standing?
