In order to form an LLC, an LLC registration filing needs to be made with the state agency that handles legal entities. This is usually the Secretary of State for most states but a few states use a different agency name.
An LLC Registration usually consists of a set of documents which contain the required disclosures by the state. In addition, an appropriate fee must be made.
Once an LLC has been formed, it is authorized to conduct business in its state of formation. But, in order to conduct business in other states, that LLC must also complete an LLC registration in such other states.
Each state imposes it own set of rules and requirements for what must be done in order for an LLC to register and do business in the state. Once registered, it can conduct business in other states but the LLC retains the citizenship of its original state of formation.
