> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.commenda.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Incorporation

> Incorporate new business entities in supported countries through Commenda.

Commenda supports incorporating new entities in multiple countries. The incorporation wizard guides you through the requirements for each jurisdiction and handles the filing on your behalf.

## Supported countries

| Country            | Entity types                          |
| ------------------ | ------------------------------------- |
| **United States**  | C-Corp, LLC, S-Corp, Nonprofit        |
| **Canada**         | Corporation                           |
| **United Kingdom** | Ltd, LLP                              |
| **Ireland**        | Ltd                                   |
| **Singapore**      | Pte Ltd                               |
| **UAE**            | PJSC, Free Zone Entity, Civil Company |
| **India**          | Private Limited, LLP                  |

## How it works

<Steps>
  <Step title="Start the process">
    Go to **Entities**, click **Add entity**, and select **Incorporate a new entity**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose country and type">
    Select where you want to incorporate and the entity type.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete the wizard">
    The incorporation wizard collects all required information for your chosen jurisdiction:

    * Entity name (and alternatives)
    * Registered address
    * Directors and officers
    * Share structure
    * Purpose of the entity
    * Additional jurisdiction-specific details
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review and submit">
    Review all the information and submit the incorporation request.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Track progress">
    A service request is created to track the incorporation. You'll receive updates as the filing progresses.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## After incorporation

Once your entity is incorporated, Commenda will:

* Add the entity to your account with all the details from the filing
* Upload formation documents to your document repository
* Generate applicable compliance obligations in your compliance calendar
* Set up any required registrations

<Info>
  Incorporation timelines vary by country and jurisdiction. Your service request will include estimated completion dates.
</Info>