Form Your Oregon LLC
Launch your business in the Beaver State with no sales tax, a thriving Silicon Forest tech scene, and a sustainability-focused business environment
Filed in Oregon
The Beaver State · OR
- State filing fee$100
- Processing time1 business day online; 3-5 days by mail/fax
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$100 — due Anniversary date of formation
- State tax rate6.6-7.6% corporate + CAT
Form your Oregon LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Oregon LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $100 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 Oregon Secretary of State.
Registered agent
Required in Oregon — 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 Oregon
Oregon offers a unique business environment with no sales tax, a thriving tech sector (Silicon Forest), and a strong focus on sustainability and clean energy. Portland's creative culture and educated workforce attract innovative companies across technology, design, and outdoor recreation.
No state sales tax, reducing business and consumer costs
No franchise tax for LLCs
Thriving tech scene in Portland (Silicon Forest)
Strong sustainability and clean energy focus
Highly educated and creative workforce
Fast 1-business-day online filing
Key features of a Oregon LLC
- No state sales tax
- No franchise tax for LLCs
- Silicon Forest tech hub in Portland
- Strong sustainability and clean energy focus
Major industries in Oregon
Form your Oregon LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 1 business day online; 3-5 days by mail/fax.
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Check availability through the Oregon Secretary of State's business name search.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
Oregon requires a 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 Oregon Secretary of State. The filing fee is $100. Online filing is available.
- 04
Create an Operating Agreement
Oregon does not require an Operating Agreement, but having one is strongly recommended to define management and member responsibilities.
- 05
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS for tax filing, banking, and hiring employees.
- 06
File Annual Report
Oregon LLCs must file an annual report by the anniversary date of formation. The fee is $100.
Oregon LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Oregon LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Oregon LLC in 2026.
- File Articles of Organization with Oregon Secretary of State ($100)
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical Oregon address
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- File annual report by anniversary date ($100)
- Register for Corporate Activity Tax if applicable
Filing information
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Filing agency
- Oregon Secretary of State
- 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 $100 Oregon 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 Oregon)
- 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.
Oregon LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in Oregon. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Oregon?
The state filing fee is $100. The annual report is also $100. Our service fee starts at $100 plus the state fee.
Does Oregon have sales tax?
No! Oregon is one of only five states with no state sales tax, making it attractive for retail and e-commerce businesses.
What is the Corporate Activity Tax?
Oregon's Corporate Activity Tax (CAT) is a 0.57% tax on commercial activity exceeding $1 million, minus a 35% subtraction for certain costs. It applies in addition to the corporate income tax.
What is Silicon Forest?
Silicon Forest refers to the tech hub in the Portland metropolitan area, home to Intel's largest campus, as well as companies like Nike, Columbia Sportswear, and numerous startups in software, hardware, and clean tech.
When is the Oregon annual report due?
The annual report is due by the anniversary date of your LLC's formation. The fee is $100.
Is Oregon good for sustainable businesses?
Yes. Oregon is a national leader in sustainability, clean energy, and environmental consciousness. The state offers incentives for green businesses and has a consumer base that values sustainability.
Oregon government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official Oregon state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
Flat $100, same for all entity types.
Oregon's equivalent of a Certificate of Good Standing is the Certificate of Existence.
Learn moreCertified copy is a flat $15 each (not per-page), same for the Document File, Assumed Business Name File, or a specific document.
$10 per apostille/authentication document.
Must include a certificate of existence/good standing from the home jurisdiction dated within 60 days.
Learn moreOregon has NO general sales, use, or transaction tax, so the state issues no seller's permit and no sales-tax resale/exemption certificate.
Learn moreEverything you need to run your Oregon LLC
Formation is the first step — stay compliant and operational with these services.
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