How to File Articles of Organization in Colorado

In Colorado, as in most states, the primary step in creating a limited liability company (LLC) is to file articles of organization with the state. This is an absolutely crucial document that helps define your business, so it’s important to do it correctly.

An LLC is a business entity that offers liability protection for owners, as well as pass-through taxation, much like a sole proprietorship. 

What are Articles of Organization?

The articles of organization is a legal document you need to file with the state to form your LLC. It will specify details about your company and establish your LLC as a registered business entity in Colorado. 

The document is similar to the articles of incorporation you would file to form a corporation instead of an LLC. 

How to File the Colorado Articles of Organization

In Colorado, the process to file articles of organization is quite simple. The crucial first step is gathering the required information about your new LLC, before proceeding with the filing itself. 

Here are the steps you’ll need to take to create your new business entity: 

1. Gather the required information about your business.
   • Entity Name
   • Principal Address
   • Registered Agent Name
   • Registered Office Address
   • Governing Authority Type

2. Visit the Colorado Secretary of State website
   

Find Colorado’s articles of organization form here. In Colorado, there is no mail-in option. You’ll need to complete the form online. To begin the process, read through the information on the landing page, then click “Next”.

3. Filling out Articles of Organization Document

The first screen asks if you are forming a professional service company. If you are, choose “Yes” and then follow the prompts to choose your company type. If you are not, choose “No” and click “Next”.

The next screen is the first of 11 steps where you’ll enter all of the information needed for your articles of organization document. You’ll be entering the entity name, principal office address, mailing address, registered agent information, management and members. You will also be asked if you want to include any additional information with your filing and if you want the filing to take place immediately. 

The last steps in the process include a review of your information. You will also be asked if you’d like to sign up for text or email notifications. Once you reach the end of the prompts, you’ll be taken to the payment portal.

When filling out your articles of organization form, be sure to check and double-check that all the information is accurate and up-to-date. Maybe you’ve just moved, or use your middle initial in official documents, such as with your bank account. If you get it wrong now, changing it later can be a real pain. So accuracy is crucial. 

• File Articles of Organization – The final step in the process is to submit payment through the website’s payment screen or mail in all documentation. The filing fee in Colorado is $50. Your LLC should be officially formed as soon as payment is received.

Colorado Secretary of State Contact Info

Colorado Secretary of State Website

1700 Broadway
Suite 550
Denver, CO 80290
303-894-2200

Office hours
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Monday – Friday

Business Organizations
303-894-2200
303-869-4864 (FAX)
[email protected]

The Bottom Line

In Colorado, it’s relatively easy to create an LLC, but you do need to jump through a few hoops. You now have all the information you need to officially create your new business and begin your entrepreneurial journey in the Centennial State.