Form Your Wisconsin LLC
Build your business in the Badger State with no franchise tax, a strong manufacturing base, and growing tech scenes in Madison and Milwaukee
Filed in Wisconsin
The Badger State · WI
- State filing fee$130
- Processing time5-7 business days
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$25 — due End of anniversary quarter
- State tax rate7.9% corporate income tax
- Expedited option24 hours (+$100)
Form your Wisconsin LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Wisconsin LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $130 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 Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.
Registered agent
Required in Wisconsin — 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 Wisconsin
Wisconsin has a diversified economy with strengths in manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, and a growing technology sector. Madison and Milwaukee offer thriving startup ecosystems, and the state's strong university system (UW-Madison) provides a steady pipeline of talent.
No franchise tax for LLCs
Low annual report fee of $25
Strong manufacturing and agricultural base
Growing tech scene in Madison and Milwaukee
Top universities providing skilled workforce
High quality of life and affordable living
Key features of a Wisconsin LLC
- No franchise tax
- Low $25 annual report fee
- Strong manufacturing sector
- Growing tech scenes in Madison and Milwaukee
Major industries in Wisconsin
Form your Wisconsin LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 5-7 business days.
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Check availability through the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions' business search.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. The filing fee is $130. Online filing is available.
- 04
Create an Operating Agreement
Wisconsin does not require an Operating Agreement, but having one is strongly recommended.
- 05
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS for tax filing, banking, and hiring employees.
- 06
File Annual Report
Wisconsin LLCs must file an annual report by the end of the anniversary quarter. The fee is $25.
Wisconsin LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Wisconsin LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Wisconsin LLC in 2026.
- File Articles of Organization with WI DFI ($130)
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical Wisconsin address
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- File annual report by end of anniversary quarter ($25)
- Obtain necessary business licenses
Filing information
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Filing agency
- Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $15 (120 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $130 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin)
- 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.
Wisconsin LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in Wisconsin. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Wisconsin?
The state filing fee is $130. The annual report is $25. Our service fee starts at $100 plus the state fee.
Does Wisconsin have a franchise tax?
No, Wisconsin does not impose a franchise tax on LLCs.
When is the Wisconsin annual report due?
The annual report is due by the end of the calendar quarter that contains your LLC's formation anniversary date. The fee is $25.
Is Madison good for tech startups?
Yes. Madison has a growing tech startup ecosystem, anchored by UW-Madison and companies like Epic Systems. The city consistently ranks among the best places to live and work.
Can I form a Wisconsin LLC online?
Yes, you can file online through the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions website.
What is Wisconsin known for in business?
Wisconsin is known for manufacturing (Harley-Davidson, Johnson Controls), agriculture and food processing, insurance (Northwestern Mutual), and a growing tech sector.
Wisconsin government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official Wisconsin state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
Fee VARIES by entity type: $15.00 for LLC, business corporation, LLP, or cooperative.
$10.00 per certificate - same fee for ALL entity types (does NOT vary by entity).
Learn more$10.00 per CERTIFIED document/record (same fee for all entity types - no per-page charge, priced per document).
$10.00 per document standard (Secretary of State est.
$10 statement of change of registered agent or registered office (Wis.
Learn more$20 to file the LLC Statement of Dissolution or Termination online with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.
Learn moreEverything you need to run your Wisconsin LLC
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