File Your Connecticut LLC Online — CONCORD Portal Guide

File your Certificate of Organization through Connecticut's CONCORD system at business.ct.gov. This is the fastest method: $120 with 3-5 business day processing. For what's needed, see our Certificate guide. For the full process, see our LLC guide.

Before You Start

Have ready: LLC name (verified available), principal office address, registered agent name + CT physical address, management type decision, organizer info, credit card for $120.

Step-by-Step on CONCORD

1. Go to business.ct.gov — the CONCORD filing portal
2. Create an account (or log in if you have one)
3. Select "File a New Business Entity" > "Domestic LLC"
4. Enter LLC name (system checks availability)
5. Enter principal office address
6. Enter registered agent name and Connecticut street address
7. Select member-managed or manager-managed
8. Enter organizer information
9. Choose effective date (filing date or future)
10. Pay $120 (credit card or e-check)
11. Submit — receive confirmation email

Processing

• Standard: 3-5 business days
• Expedited: Same-day/next-day (additional fee)
• Confirmation: Email notification when approved

About CONCORD

Connecticut's CONCORD (Connecticut Online Resource for Corporate Data) system is the state's modern business filing platform. It replaced older filing methods and provides:

• Online filing for formations, Annual Reports, amendments
• Public business entity searches
• Document ordering (certified copies, good standing certificates)

FAQ

Do I need a CONCORD account?

Yes — creating an account is required for online filing. It also makes future filings (Annual Reports) easier.

Is the old portal.ct.gov/sots still used?

The SOTS (Secretary of the State) website provides general information, but CONCORD (business.ct.gov) is the filing portal. Use business.ct.gov for actual filings.