Before you begin
Have the following ready:- Entity name — your preferred name (and 1-2 alternatives in case it’s taken)
- Country and jurisdiction — where you want to incorporate
- Entity type — the legal structure (LLC, C-Corp, Pvt Ltd, etc.)
- Directors/officers — names and details of the people who will serve as directors and officers
- Registered address — an address in the incorporation jurisdiction
- Share structure — for corporations, how many shares and what classes
Step-by-step process
Start the incorporation
Go to Entities, click Add entity, and select Incorporate a new entity. Choose the country and entity type.
Enter entity details
The wizard adapts to your chosen jurisdiction. Common fields include:
- Proposed entity name
- Business purpose
- Registered address
- Fiscal year end
Add directors and officers
Enter the details for each director and officer. Depending on the country, you may need to provide:
- Full legal name and date of birth
- Nationality and residential address
- Government ID information
Define share structure
For corporations, specify:
- Number of authorized shares
- Share classes (common, preferred)
- Par value and initial allocation
Review and submit
Review all the information carefully. Once you submit, Commenda creates a service request and assigns it to an agent for processing.
After incorporation
Once the entity is successfully incorporated:- Commenda adds the entity to your account with all details populated
- Commenda uploads formation documents to your document repository
- Commenda generates compliance obligations for the new entity
Timeline expectations
| Country | Typical timeline |
|---|---|
| United States | 1-5 business days |
| Canada | 1-2 weeks |
| United Kingdom | 1-3 business days |
| Singapore | 1-2 business days |
| India | 2-4 weeks |
| UAE | 1-3 weeks |
These are approximate timelines and may vary based on jurisdiction, entity type, and the completeness of your application.