Form Your Idaho LLC
Build your business in the Gem State with free annual reports, no franchise tax, and one of America's fastest-growing economies
Filed in Idaho
The Gem State · ID
- State filing fee$100
- Processing time7-10 business days standard (online); 15-20 days paper
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$0 — due Anniversary month of formation (no fee)
- State tax rate5.3% flat corporate income tax
- Expedited option8 working hours (+$40)
Form your Idaho LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Idaho LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $100 state filing fee. All core services are included at no extra charge.
Certificate of Organization filing
We prepare and submit your Certificate of Organization to the Idaho Secretary of State.
Registered agent
Required in Idaho — 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 Idaho
Idaho is one of the fastest-growing states in the US with a booming economy, low cost of living, and increasingly strong tech presence. The Boise area has attracted major tech companies and startups, earning the nickname 'Silicon Slopes.'
No annual report fee - Idaho charges $0 for annual reports
No franchise tax for LLCs
One of the fastest-growing economies in the United States
Low cost of living and business-friendly regulatory environment
Growing tech hub in the Boise metro area
Low expedited filing fee of just $40
Key features of a Idaho LLC
- No annual report fee ($0)
- No franchise tax
- Fastest-growing state economy
- Affordable expedited filing at $40
Major industries in Idaho
Form your Idaho LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 7-10 business days standard (online); 15-20 days paper.
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Check availability through the Idaho Secretary of State's business entity search.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
Idaho requires a registered agent with a physical address in the state. The agent must be available during business hours.
- 03
File Certificate of Organization
Submit your Certificate of Organization to the Idaho Secretary of State. The filing fee is $100. Online filing is available.
- 04
Create an Operating Agreement
Idaho does not require an Operating Agreement, but creating one is highly recommended to define member responsibilities and management structure.
- 05
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS for tax filing, banking, and hiring purposes.
- 06
File Annual Report
Idaho LLCs must file an annual report during the anniversary month of formation. There is no fee for the annual report.
Idaho LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Idaho LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Idaho LLC in 2026.
- File Certificate of Organization with Idaho Secretary of State
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical Idaho address
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- File free annual report during anniversary month
- Obtain necessary state and local business licenses
Filing information
- Formation document
- Certificate of Organization
- Filing agency
- Idaho Secretary of State
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $20 (4 months)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $100 Idaho state filing fee and nothing more for the Starter plan. Optional plans add registered agent, EIN, operating agreement, and compliance.
Starter
- Certificate of Organization filing
- Name availability check
- Digital document delivery
- Formation status tracking
Booster
- Everything in Starter
- Registered agent (required in Idaho)
- 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.
Idaho LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in Idaho. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Idaho?
The state filing fee is $100. Idaho charges no fee for annual reports, making it very affordable for ongoing compliance. Our service fee starts at $100 plus the state fee.
Does Idaho charge for annual reports?
No! Idaho is one of the few states that charges no fee for LLC annual reports, making it one of the most affordable states for ongoing compliance.
How fast can I form an Idaho LLC?
Standard processing takes 7-10 business days online (15-20 days for paper filings). Expedited processing is available for $40 (within 8 working hours), and same-day processing for $100 if received by 1:00 pm MST.
Is Idaho good for tech companies?
Yes. The Boise metro area has become a growing tech hub with major companies like Micron Technology, HP, and numerous startups. The state offers a lower cost of living than Silicon Valley while attracting skilled talent.
What is Idaho's corporate tax rate?
Idaho has a flat 5.3% corporate income tax rate. Single-member LLCs are typically taxed as pass-through entities, meaning income is reported on the owner's personal tax return.
Can I form an Idaho LLC online?
Yes, you can file online through the Idaho Secretary of State's website. Online filing is the fastest and most convenient option.
Idaho government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official Idaho state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
Reservation lasts 4 months (~120 days) per Idaho Code 30-1-402/53-603.
$10 flat fee, same regardless of entity type (LLC/corp/nonprofit).
Learn moreCertified Copy = $10 base + $0.25 per page (includes the original filing and all amendments).
$10.00 statutory fee per document (apostille or certificate of authentication).
Single unified form for ALL foreign entity types - fee does NOT vary by entity type.
Learn moreBase filing fee $30 (online) + $20 manual-processing for paper = $50 total by paper.
Learn moreIdaho does not publish a flat reinstatement base fee on any reachable Secretary of State page, and the reinstatement form is not a downloadable PDF (it is generated in…
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Formation is free — you pay only the $100 Idaho state filing fee. Personal-asset protection, pass-through taxation, and a complete document package, filed in 7-10 business days standard (online); 15-20 days paper.
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