Register Company in Delaware 2026

• Before forming your business in Delaware, it is imperative to evaluate which of the business structures is best suited for your business needs. There are several business structures in Delaware, including: 
  • Limited Liability Company (LLC) 
  • S-Corps 
  • C-Corps 
  • Series LLC (Protected Series or Registered Series) 
  • Non-Profit Corporation 

• The Delaware LLC is considered the most preferred business structure for international entrepreneurs due to its flexibility and ease of compliance. 

• At this stage, our team of lawyers and incorporation experts will assess your business needs and provide advice on which of these structures is best suited for your business. They will also provide advice on director liability protections under Section 102(b)(7) and requirements for Series LLC to ensure your business is structured correctly in compliance with current regulations. 

• To comply with 8 Del. C. § 132, all Delaware companies are required to appoint a registered agent. Tetra Consultants will be appointed as your local registered agent. 

• Tetra Consultants will also provide the necessary Communications Contact Person, in order to meet all the statutory requirements before submission. 

• After the structure is confirmed, Tetra Consultants will conduct a search for the availability of the proposed company name with the Delaware Division of Corporations. 

• After the name is approved, our team of lawyers and incorporation specialists will reserve your chosen name for up to 120 days. 

• After the name is approved, the team of lawyers and incorporation specialists at Tetra Consultants will prepare and file the necessary formation documents with the Delaware Secretary of State. The documents will include: 

• Certificate of Formation for LLC 

• Certificate of Incorporation for Corporations 

• Certificate of Registered Series 

• Our team of lawyers and incorporation specialists will also prepare the appropriate corporate governance documents, such as the Operating Agreement for LLCs and the Bylaws for Corporations. 

• Where applicable, Tetra Consultants’ team of licensing specialists will assess whether your business activities require a Delaware business license. 

• If your business requires a Delaware business license, Tetra Consultants will assist with the application through the Delaware One Stop Business Licensing and Registration Service to enable your company to operate legally.  

• After your company incorporation, Tetra Consultants’ team of accounting and tax specialists will proceed with tax registration and the application for your Employer Identification Number (EIN) with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). 

• Our accounting and tax specialists will also assist in the calculation of your Delaware franchise tax using the Authorized Shares Method or the Assumed Par Value Capital Method, which can reduce your tax burden accordingly. 

• After your company incorporation and your EIN issuance, Tetra Consultants will assist in corporate bank account opening with a reputable US or international bank. 

• Our team will coordinate with banks to enable your company to open a bank account, including remote verification where possible. 

• If your business is looking to employ staff, Tetra Consultants will help your business register with the Delaware Division of Unemployment Insurance and the Delaware Office of Workers Compensation. 

• Once your business is registered in Delaware, Tetra Consultants’ accounting and tax professionals will assist you in meeting ongoing compliance requirements, which include maintaining GAAP or IFRS-compliant financial statements, maintaining a registered agent, and filing annual reports with the Delaware Division of Corporations. 

• Businesses must also comply with franchise tax filing requirements on March 1 for corporations and June 1 for LLCs, corporate income tax, withholding tax, and gross receipts tax, where applicable. At the federal level, businesses must also file returns with the IRS. 

• Tetra Consultants will ensure your business is compliant. 

How long does it take to register a company in Delaware in 2026?

• Company registration – 2 business days 
• Corporate bank account opening – 4 weeks 
• Overall timeline – 5 weeks 

Cost to register company in Delaware

• For a standard Delaware Limited Liability Company (LLC), the government fee is usually around US$90+. Depending on the type of entity, there may be other costs associated with incorporation, which include registered agent services and annual franchise tax. 

• Tetra Consultants will be able to give you a detailed proposal on the exact costs associated with incorporation, registered agent services, registered address services, EIN services, corporate bank account services, etc. 

• Our fee policy at Tetra Consultants is transparent, where all costs associated with setting up a business in Delaware, including government fees, professional fees, and other costs, are disclosed upfront in our engagement letter. 

Regulatory authority and laws governing company registration in Delaware (2026)

• The Delaware Division of Corporations (DOC), under the Delaware Secretary of State (DE SOS), is the primary regulator for the registration of companies in Delaware. The DOC is responsible for all filings for corporations, LLCs, including Public Benefit Limited Liability Companies (PBLLC), and other companies. The filings include the Certificate of Incorporation/Formation, reservation of names, and amendments. 

Governing laws for registering company in Delaware in 2026

• DGCL (Delaware General Corporation Law): The “Bible” of Delaware business law, contained in Title 8 of the Delaware Code and addressing corporation formation, bylaws, shareholder rights, and mergers. 

• PBLLC (Public Benefit Limited Liability Company): A unique entity structure under the Delaware LLC Act in Title 6, Chapter 18. 

• Delaware Limited Liability Company Act: The law governing LLC operating agreements and member liability. 

• Delaware Revised Uniform Partnership Act: The law governing partnerships and limited partnerships in Title 6, Chapter 15. 

Find out more about how to register company in Delaware

• Tetra Consultants works as your advisor and trusted partner in your business expansion and company registration in Delaware. With our own team of lawyers, incorporation specialists, compliance team, and accountants, we tell our clients what they need to know, instead of what they want to hear. Most importantly, we are known for being a one-stop solution for our valued clients. 

• Contact us to find out more about how to register company in Delaware. Our team of experts will revert within the next 24 hours. 

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