State of Maryland Contract Registration

New corporations must file articles of incorporation. Foreign or existing corporations must register to do business in Maryland. New corporations do not need to register with the Comptroller's Office, but they must file a corporation income tax return or extension after the close of the initial year. To form a corporation, contact the Department of Assessments and Taxation in Baltimore at 410-767-1340.

Additional Resources

• Starting a New Business in Maryland
• Combined Registration Application
• Business License Information System