Apple Business Developer Account

If you already have an Apple Developer Account for your business entity, skip this section.
Why?
Apple requires that all apps that utilize real money games are submitted under a business entity Apple Developer account, rather than the more traditional individual or sole-proprietor developer account. You can find more resources on Apple Business Developer Accounts here.
Creating a Business Developer Account
Step
Action
Estimated Time
Estimated Cost
1
Organize a business entity such as a limited liability company (“LLC”) or corporation. 
1-2 weeks
$150+ legal fees, minimum of $830 annual cost of maintenance (California)
2
Create a company website
varies
varies
3
Create a new Apple ID with an email address associated with the company website. More information. 
<1 day
free
4
First check to see if you already have a DUNS number, if not obtain a DUNS number by continuing the steps after checking your entity:
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a) Use the address and contact information in your corporate filing such as your articles of organization or most recent statement of information. 
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b)    May require two legal documents with entity name, for example your Articles and a Statement of Information or Operating Agreement. 
3 business days
free
5
Pay for the Apple Developer program. 
Instant
$99
Support
Triumph will support you through the process of creating a legal entity/business developer account. Email [email protected] for questions related to this. 

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