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New York formation packet
Download the New York articles of organization packet used to create an LLC with the state. This is the public formation filing — not the operating agreement banks usually also ask for.
A New York formation packet with support and lifetime updates. Where the state publishes an official blank, we package that form plus any companion files shown below.
Articles or a certificate of formation create the LLC. They do not set ownership percentages or member voting rules.
One $9.99 purchase covers instant access, email support, and updated files if this packet is refreshed.
Most customers also need a member-managed or manager-managed operating agreement after they file.
This state packet includes 7 documents in editable Word and print-ready PDF formats. Labels describe each file's role, not the internal filename.
Articles vs operating agreement
The articles of organization is the public document that creates an LLC in New York. It is filed with the state. It is not the operating agreement.
Where New York publishes an official blank, this packet is meant to give you that form plus instructions or companions.
Most customers also need a member-managed or manager-managed operating agreement. Banks often ask for both the stamped formation document and that internal agreement.
Need the internal rulebook too? After you file, most customers also download a member-managed or manager-managed operating agreement for New York.
Researched filing overview
New York uses official Form DOS-1336-f under LLC Law § 203 to organize a standard domestic LLC. Pay the $200 state filing fee separately to New York. A professional service LLC uses separate articles under § 1203.
Most domestic LLCs must also publish notice in two newspapers for six consecutive weeks and file the Certificate of Publication, affidavits, and $50 fee within 120 days after formation. Members must adopt a written operating agreement before, when, or within 90 days after filing the articles.
What happens before, during, and after the state filing. This product is the public formation document, not a filing service.
Choose a distinguishable name, the county of the LLC’s office, and the address where the Department of State should mail process. A separate registered agent is optional.
File the articles of organization with New York. Pay the state’s fee on the official site or by mail. This product does not file for you.
Most domestic LLCs must publish for six consecutive weeks and file the Certificate of Publication, affidavits, and $50 fee within 120 days after formation. Members must adopt a written operating agreement before, when, or within 90 days after filing the articles. An EIN is separate.
Read the filing notes and statute excerpts here. The official articles of organization preview follows below.
Quick answer
It also comes complete with instructions and filing information for creating a standard domestic LLC in the State of New York. A professional service LLC uses separate articles under LLC Law § 1203.
It also comes complete with instructions and filing information for creating a standard domestic LLC in the State of New York. A professional service LLC uses separate articles under LLC Law § 1203.
Statutory Authority & Requirements: Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law
Naming Requirements: NYS requires that the name ends with “Limited Liability Company,” “LLC” or “L. L. C.”
Online Filing Available: NYS accepts the filing of the articles of organization online via New York Business Express, the state’s official portal for starting a business. The site will aid filers in creating and submitting the document.
Filing Fee: New York imposes a fee of $200 for the filing of articles of organization. New York requires a $9 Department of State biennial statement every two years. Separately, certain LLCs must file Form IT-204-LL and pay an annual Tax Department filing fee; applicability and amount depend on federal tax treatment and New York-source activity or income, and applicable fees start at $25.
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Get the New York Packet — $9.99Illustrative sample layout for review before purchase — the licensed packet contains the current filing document and instructions.
NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATIONFirst: Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law, the name of the limited liability company is ______________________________________.
Second: The county within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is: _____________________________.
Third: The address of its registered office in the state of _________________ is ________________________________________________________________ in the City of ____________________. The name of its registered agent at such address is ________________________________.
Fourth: The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: ________________________________________________________________.
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Signature of Organizer
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Printed or Typed Name of Organizer
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Date
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No. The articles of organization is the public filing that creates the LLC. An operating agreement is a separate internal contract that sets ownership, voting, profit splits, and management. Most customers need both.
Where New York publishes an official articles of organization, this packet is intended to include that blank plus any companion files listed on this page.
When the state publishes a free official form, that blank is still free on the government site. This product packages the current form we carry, any companion files listed on this page, email support, and lifetime updates if we replace the packet. It is not a filing service and it does not pay the state’s filing fee.
This packet currently includes 7 documents in editable Word and print-ready PDF formats. The list on this page is the customer-facing inventory.
New York generally does not file the operating agreement with these articles, but banks, lenders, and multi-member LLCs almost always want one. Choose member-managed if every owner will run the company, or manager-managed if appointed managers will run it.
No. ILRG provides self-help forms and information. You complete the documents and file them with the state, or use the official online portal where that is required. Consult a licensed attorney for tax elections, professional-license entities, or unusual ownership structures.
No. Most domestic LLCs must publish for six consecutive weeks and file the Certificate of Publication, affidavits, and $50 fee within 120 days after formation. Members must adopt a written operating agreement before, when, or within 90 days after filing the articles. Those steps are not the $200 articles filing.