To register an out-of-state business in Kansas, you must qualify or register your business with the Kansas Secretary of State. The requirements depend on your business structure. LLCs, corporations, and other entity types have specific qualification procedures to follow.
Key Registration Steps
- Identifying your business formation and choosing an appropriate structure
- Registering your business name if you want to use a name other than your formal legal name
- Appointing a registered agent with an in-state Kansas address to accept legal correspondence
- Filing formation documents like Articles of Organization
- Obtaining required Kansas licenses and permits
Qualification costs $160-165 to file online. You may also need to register for state tax IDs, sales tax permits, and other tax licenses depending on your business activities. Annual reports and renewal fees apply after registration.
Consult the Kansas Secretary of State website for current information on registering an out-of-state business.
Sole Proprietorships and Partnerships
Sole proprietorships and partnerships usually don’t have to register with Kansas. Check with your local government about registering your sole proprietorship locally. Additionally, some small businesses don’t need to register for a Tax ID Number with the IRS.
Kansas statutes don’t define "doing business." However, having a bank account, selling through contractors, and defending lawsuits don’t require you to register with Kansas.
Sales Tax Nexus
You must register to collect sales tax when you buy and sell goods and services in Kansas. This is called having a sales tax nexus.
Even if you don’t conduct business, you still must pay the yearly tax by the 15th day of the 4th month of your first year.
Business Climate in Kansas
Kansas has the sixth lowest cost of living nationally. Starting a small business in Kansas can cost a few thousand to several hundred thousand dollars, depending on the type of business.
Benefits of starting a business in Kansas include a welcoming tax climate and affordability. Kansas has the 12th cheapest real estate nationally and offers a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for a new business.
Using Online Services and Compliance
To file Kansas business taxes, use KanAccess. It provides the Secretary of State’s online business services.
To order a Certificate of Good Standing for an existing registered Kansas business, visit the Secretary of State’s website.
To close a Kansas business, file an application with the Secretary of State.
Starting a Business in Kansas
To start a Kansas business: create a business plan, choose a business name, form a legal entity, register for taxes, obtain licenses and permits, set up accounting, and find funding.
Kansas Business Costs and Procedures
Understanding the procedure of registering a business in Kansas can simplify the task. The cost to start an LLC online in Kansas is $160. This fee is paid to file the LLC’s Articles of Organization. Additional costs may include hiring a registered agent and obtaining required licenses.