Form Your Colorado LLC
Launch your business in the Centennial State with low fees, no franchise tax, and a thriving tech and startup ecosystem
Filed in Colorado
The Centennial State · CO
- State filing fee$50
- Processing timeImmediate (online only, real-time approval)
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$25 — due Due in the entity's assigned "Periodic Report Month" (the anniversary month of formation/registration); filable without penalty from 2 months before to 2 months after that month. Status becomes Noncompliant the day after the window closes; Delinquent after 90 more days.
- State tax rate4.4% flat corporate income tax
Form your Colorado LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Colorado 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 Colorado Secretary of State.
Registered agent
Required in Colorado — 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 Colorado
Colorado is consistently ranked as one of the best states for business with a thriving tech scene, educated workforce, and excellent quality of life. The state's low filing fees and minimal compliance costs make it attractive for startups and small businesses.
Low filing fee of just $50 for LLC formation
Annual report (periodic report) fee is only $25, one of the lowest in the nation
No franchise tax for LLCs
Thriving technology and startup ecosystem, especially in Denver and Boulder
Highly educated workforce with top universities
Outstanding quality of life attracts top talent
Key features of a Colorado LLC
- Low filing fee and extremely low annual report fee ($25)
- No franchise tax
- Online-first filing system for convenience
- Flat 4.4% corporate tax rate
Major industries in Colorado
Form your Colorado LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes Immediate (online only, real-time approval).
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Search the Colorado Secretary of State's database to verify your name is available.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
Colorado requires every LLC to have a registered agent with a physical street address in the state. The agent must be available during business hours.
- 03
File Articles of Organization
Submit your Articles of Organization online through the Colorado Secretary of State's website. The filing fee is $50. Online filing is the primary method.
- 04
Create an Operating Agreement
Colorado does not require an Operating Agreement, but creating one is highly recommended to define member responsibilities and business operations.
- 05
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS. This is required for tax filing, opening a business bank account, and hiring employees.
- 06
File Periodic Report
File your periodic report online in your assigned Periodic Report Month (anniversary month of formation). The fee is $25, making Colorado one of the cheapest states for ongoing compliance.
Colorado LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Colorado LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Colorado LLC in 2026.
- File Articles of Organization with Colorado Secretary of State
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical Colorado address
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- File annual periodic report during anniversary month ($25)
- Obtain necessary business licenses and permits
Filing information
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Filing agency
- Colorado Secretary of State
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $25 (120 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $50 Colorado 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 Colorado)
- 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.
Colorado LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in Colorado. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Colorado?
Colorado has one of the lowest total costs for LLC formation. The state filing fee is $50, and the annual periodic report is $25. Our service fee starts at $100 plus the state fee.
What is Colorado's annual report requirement?
Colorado LLCs must file a periodic report in their assigned Periodic Report Month (anniversary month of formation), filable without penalty from 2 months before to 2 months after. The fee is $25. After the window the entity becomes Noncompliant, then Delinquent after 90 more days.
Does Colorado have a franchise tax?
No, Colorado does not impose a franchise tax on LLCs. The state has a flat 4.4% corporate income tax rate, but single-member LLCs are typically taxed as pass-through entities.
How quickly can I form a Colorado LLC?
Colorado online filings are approved immediately in real time, so there is no separate processing wait or paid expedite tier.
Can I file my Colorado LLC online?
Yes, Colorado strongly encourages online filing through the Secretary of State's website. Online filing is the fastest and most convenient method.
Is Colorado a good state for tech startups?
Yes. Colorado has a thriving tech ecosystem, particularly in the Denver-Boulder corridor. The state offers a highly educated workforce, growing venture capital presence, and excellent quality of life that helps attract talent.
Colorado government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official Colorado state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
Online only ($25.00).
FREE online.
$5.00 routine per document.
This is Colorado's sales tax license (equivalent to a seller's/reseller's permit).
Learn more$10.00 online filing fee — flat rate, identical for LLCs, corporations, and nonprofits.
Learn more$100.00 online filing fee — flat rate, identical for LLCs, corporations, and nonprofits.
Learn moreEverything you need to run your Colorado LLC
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