Form Your Nevada LLC
Protect your business in the Silver State with no state income tax, no franchise tax, and industry-leading privacy protections
Filed in Nevada
The Silver State · NV
- State filing fee$75
- Processing time1-2 business days
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$150 — due Last day of anniversary month
- State tax rateNo state corporate income tax
- Expedited option24 hours (+$125)
Form your Nevada LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Nevada LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $75 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 Nevada Secretary of State.
Registered agent
Required in Nevada — 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 Nevada
Nevada is one of the most popular states for LLC formation due to no state income tax, strong privacy protections, and business-friendly laws. The state is experiencing significant growth as tech companies and entrepreneurs relocate from California seeking lower costs and better tax treatment.
No state corporate or personal income tax
No franchise tax for LLCs
Strong privacy protections - no information sharing with IRS
No requirement to list member names in formation documents
Business-friendly legal environment with strong LLC protections
Growing tech sector with companies relocating from California
Key features of a Nevada LLC
- No state corporate or personal income tax
- Strong privacy protections for LLC members
- No information sharing agreement with IRS
- SilverFlume online filing portal
Major industries in Nevada
Form your Nevada LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 1-2 business days.
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Check availability through the Nevada Secretary of State's SilverFlume business portal.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
Nevada requires a registered agent with a physical address in the state. The agent must be a Nevada resident or a company authorized to do business in Nevada.
- 03
File Articles of Organization
Submit your Articles of Organization to the Nevada Secretary of State through SilverFlume. The filing fee is $75. You also need to file an Initial List of Managers/Members ($150).
- 04
Create an Operating Agreement
Nevada does not require an Operating Agreement, but having one is strongly recommended to establish governance rules and member protections.
- 05
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS for tax filing, banking, and hiring employees.
- 06
File Annual List
Nevada LLCs must file an Annual List of Managers/Members by the last day of the anniversary month. The fee is $150. A state business license fee of $200 also applies.
Nevada LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Nevada LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Nevada LLC in 2026.
- File Articles of Organization with Nevada Secretary of State ($75)
- File Initial List of Managers/Members ($150)
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical Nevada address
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- File Annual List by anniversary month ($150) + business license ($200)
Filing information
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Filing agency
- Nevada Secretary of State
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $25 (90 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $75 Nevada 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 Nevada)
- 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.
Nevada LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in Nevada. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Nevada?
The Articles of Organization fee is $75, plus $150 for the Initial List. The Annual List costs $150, and the state business license is $200 per year. Our service fee starts at $100 plus state fees.
Does Nevada have state income tax?
Remove/qualify 'There is also no franchise tax.' — Nevada levies a State Business License + Annual List ($200/yr for LLCs) that serves as its franchise/privilege-tax equivalent.
Why is Nevada popular for LLCs?
Nevada offers no state income tax, strong privacy protections (member names not required in formation documents), no information sharing with the IRS, and a business-friendly legal environment with strong LLC protections.
What are the ongoing costs for a Nevada LLC?
The Annual List filing is $150, and the state business license is $200 per year. While initial costs are reasonable, the ongoing annual costs of $350 should be factored into your decision.
Is Nevada better than Delaware for LLCs?
It depends on your needs. Nevada offers no income tax and strong privacy, while Delaware offers the Court of Chancery and is preferred by investors. For small businesses, Nevada's tax benefits may be more relevant.
Can I form a Nevada LLC from another state?
Yes, you can form a Nevada LLC from anywhere. You just need a registered agent in Nevada. However, if you operate in another state, you may need to register as a foreign LLC there.
Nevada government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official Nevada state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
$25 flat fee (same for all entity types).
Copies $2.00 per page.
$20.00 per Apostille (Hague Treaty nations) or Certification (non-Hague nations), per document/authentication.
Flat $75.00 'Registration of Foreign Limited-Liability Company' fee (LLC Fee Schedule, NRS 86).
Learn moreThe state fee is $15.00 per place of business for the Sales/Use Tax (Seller's) Permit, confirmed on tax.nv.gov.
Learn more$60 — 'Change of Registered Agent by Represented Entity' (also $60 for 'Change of Noncommercial Registered Agent'), per the LLC fee schedule.
Learn moreEverything you need to run your Nevada LLC
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