Texas Professional Corporation

A Texas professional corporation is created by filing a certificate of formation with the Texas Secretary of State in accordance with the Texas Professional Entities Law (Title 7 of the Texas Business Organizations Code).

“Professional Corporation” is defined as a corporation organized under the Act for the sole and specific purpose of rendering a professional service. “Professional service” is defined as any type of personal service that requires, prior to rendering such service, the obtaining of a license in Texas.

The Secretary of State provides a form for a certification of formation which form meets minimum state law requirements [Form 203]. Online filing of the certificate is provided through SOSDirect.

• Visit the Secretary of State Web site for forms and other filing information.
• File and search business documents online using SOSDirect.
• Read the Texas Professional Entities Law to learn about corporate filing requirements.
• Professional corporations doing business in Texas are subject to franchise tax. Find forms, publications, frequently asked questions, and the Franchise Tax Code on the Comptroller Web site.
• Read more about sales tax and other Texas business tax responsibilities.

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