Form Your Arizona LLC
Start your business in the Grand Canyon State with one of the lowest filing fees in the nation and no annual report requirement
Filed in Arizona
The Grand Canyon State · AZ
- State filing fee$50
- Processing time13-15 business days
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$0 — due No annual report required
- State tax rate4.9% corporate; 2.5% personal
- Expedited option3-5 business days (+$35)
Form your Arizona LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Arizona LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $50 state filing fee. All core services are included at no extra charge.
Articles of Organization filing
We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization to the Arizona Corporation Commission.
Registered agent
Required in Arizona — we act as your agent for the first year.
EIN from the IRS
Your federal Tax ID — required to open a US business bank account and file taxes.
Operating agreement
Professionally drafted operating agreement — defines ownership, voting, and profit splits.
Benefits of forming an LLC in Arizona
Arizona offers an exceptionally business-friendly environment with low filing fees, no annual report requirement, a 4.9% corporate income tax rate, and a flat 2.5% personal income tax rate. The state is experiencing significant economic growth, particularly in the tech and semiconductor sectors.
One of the lowest state filing fees at just $50
No annual report requirement, saving time and money
No franchise tax for LLCs
Rapidly growing tech hub with major companies relocating
Flat 2.5% personal income tax rate, one of the lowest in the nation (corporate income tax is 4.9%)
Strategic location near California and Mexico markets
Key features of a Arizona LLC
- Lowest filing fee tier at just $50
- No annual report requirement
- No franchise tax
- Publication requirement within 60 days of formation
Major industries in Arizona
Form your Arizona LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 13-15 business days.
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your LLC name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'L.L.C.,' or 'LLC.' Check availability through the Arizona Corporation Commission's business name search.
- 02
Appoint a Statutory Agent
Arizona requires a statutory agent (registered agent) with a physical address in the state to accept legal documents on behalf of your LLC.
- 03
File Articles of Organization
Submit your Articles of Organization to the Arizona Corporation Commission. The filing fee is just $50. Online filing is the fastest option.
- 04
Publish a Notice of Formation
Arizona requires you to publish a notice of your LLC formation in a newspaper in the county where your LLC's statutory agent is located, within 60 days of formation. Cost typically ranges from $100-$300.
- 05
Create an Operating Agreement
While not legally required, an Operating Agreement is strongly recommended to define the management structure and operating procedures of your LLC.
- 06
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS for tax purposes, opening a bank account, and hiring employees.
Arizona LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Publication required. Arizona requires you to publish a notice of LLC formation in a local newspaper. Estimated cost: $100-$300.
Arizona LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Arizona LLC in 2026.
- File Articles of Organization with Arizona Corporation Commission
- Appoint a statutory agent with a physical Arizona address
- Publish notice of LLC formation in a local newspaper within 60 days
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- Obtain necessary state and local business licenses
Filing information
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Filing agency
- Arizona Corporation Commission
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $10 (120 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $50 Arizona state filing fee and nothing more for the Starter plan. Optional plans add registered agent, EIN, operating agreement, and compliance.
Starter
- Articles of Organization filing
- Name availability check
- Digital document delivery
- Formation status tracking
Booster
- Everything in Starter
- Registered agent (required in Arizona)
- EIN / Federal Tax ID
- Expedited processing (1–2 days)
- Operating agreement
- Priority support
- Kicker Voice — 3-day free trial
- Kicker Pay — free for 15 days
Founder
- Everything in Booster
- Business mailing address
- Bookkeeping — 3 months free
- Dedicated account manager
- Rush processing
- Kicker Voice — 6-day free trial
- Kicker Pay — free for 30 days
Kicker
- Everything in Founder
- ITIN filing & preparation
- Same-day priority processing
- 2nd year annual filing $0
- Kicker Voice 12-day + Kicker Pay 60 days free
Compare all plans on our pricing page.
Arizona LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in Arizona. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Arizona?
Arizona has one of the lowest filing fees in the nation at just $50. You will also need to budget $100-$300 for the required newspaper publication. Our service fee starts at $100 plus the state fee.
What is the publication requirement in Arizona?
Within 60 days of filing your Articles of Organization, you must publish a notice of your LLC formation in a newspaper in the county where your statutory agent is located. The notice runs for three consecutive publications.
Does Arizona require annual reports for LLCs?
No! Arizona is one of the few states that does not require annual reports for LLCs, saving you time and money on ongoing compliance.
What is the tax rate for LLCs in Arizona?
Arizona has a 4.9% corporate income tax rate and a flat 2.5% personal income tax rate, one of the lowest in the country. Single-member LLCs are typically taxed as pass-through entities on the owner's personal return.
Can I form an Arizona LLC online?
Yes, you can file your Articles of Organization online through the Arizona Corporation Commission website. Online filing is typically faster than paper filing.
Do I need a statutory agent in Arizona?
Yes, every Arizona LLC must have a statutory agent (also called a registered agent) with a physical street address in Arizona. This person or entity receives legal documents on behalf of your LLC.
Arizona government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official Arizona state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
$10 for both LLC and corporation (does NOT vary by entity type).
Same fee for LLCs and corporations (does NOT vary by entity type): $10 regular / $45 total expedited (i.e., $10 base + $35 expedite).
Learn moreCertified copy: $5.00 base certification fee + $0.50 per page (same base for LLCs and corporations).
$3 per document.
Arizona's sales-tax permit is the Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License from the Dept of Revenue (AZDOR).
Learn more$5.00 regular / $40.00 expedited per the ACC LLC Fee Schedule (Rev.
Learn more$100 regular / $135 expedited, listed under 'Penalty Fees' on the ACC LLC Fee Schedule (Rev.
Learn moreEverything you need to run your Arizona LLC
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Formation is free — you pay only the $50 Arizona state filing fee. Personal-asset protection, pass-through taxation, and a complete document package, filed in 13-15 business days.
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