All the information you need is listed below:

Once you have decided upon the right business structure, it’s time to register your business in Rhode Island. The Rhode Island Secretary of State’s office has the information that you need:

• Information for Foreign Businesses
• Register Your Business with the State of Rhode Island

The Role of a Registered Agent for Your Business

Different states have different requirements for registered agents. If you are a business owner registered in the State of Rhode Island, you are required to have a registered agent and a registered RI office on file (a Post Office box does not meet this standard).

• A Registered Agent officially and publicly files your business registration with the RI Department of State. Your Agent acts as the representative and a corporate liaison between your company and the government. The RI Department of State also maintains Rhode Island’s state business registry.

Employer Identification Number

Next, you’ll need to obtain your company’s Employer Identification Number (EIN). It is your Federal Tax Identification Number, and is used to identify your business entity.