In the case of a corporate merger, you should attach a copy of the merger statement to Form R-3. If you prefer to register on paper, complete Form R-1.(Registration Application). The procedures for compensating yourself for your efforts in carrying on a trade or business will depend on the type of business structure you elect. Virginia requires corporations to file an annual report on or before the last day of the anniversary month of the company's incorporation. The process of adding or removing corporate officers gets established during incorporation in Virginia through a legal document called the bylaws. Your incorporator doesn't have to be a director, officer, or anyone in the corporation—just a legal adult you authorize to sign and submit your form. If you don't set up your Virginia corporation properly, you're at risk of lawsuits that target your personal assets. Corporation officers are considered employees of the corporation. This includes salaries paid to corporate officers who are employees of the corporation (including close and subchapter S corporations).