Form Your Utah Nonprofit Corporation
Launch your mission in the Beehive State with a low $59 state filing fee, fast online processing, and a clear path to 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status
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The Beehive State · UT
- State filing fee$59
- Processing timeImmediate to 1-2 business days online
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$18/year — due Anniversary month of incorporation
- State tax rate4.5% flat corporate income tax
- Expedited option1-2 business days (+$75)
Form your Utah Nonprofit — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Utah Nonprofit
Free formation means you pay only the $59 state filing fee. All core services are included at no extra charge.
Articles of Incorporation (Nonprofit) filing
We prepare and submit your Articles of Incorporation (Nonprofit) to the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code.
Registered agent
Required in Utah — 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.
Bylaws
Professionally drafted bylaws — defines ownership, voting, and profit splits.
Benefits of forming an Nonprofit in Utah
Utah pairs the nation's lowest-cost nonprofit incorporation with a young, educated, and notably volunteer-driven population, making it an ideal base for charitable, religious, and educational organizations. The Beehive State's $59 filing fee, fast online processing, and low $18 annual report let founders direct more of their resources toward their mission rather than compliance.
Very low $59 state incorporation fee with immediate-to-1-2-day online processing
Low $18 annual report keeps Beehive State compliance costs minimal
Pathway to 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status and tax-deductible donations
Limited liability protection for directors, officers, and members
Eligibility for grants, foundation funding, and reduced nonprofit postage rates
Perpetual existence independent of any founder or board member
Access to Utah's young, educated workforce and strong volunteer culture
Credibility with donors, partners, and grantmakers as a formal corporation
Key features of a Utah Nonprofit
- Ultra-low $59 incorporation fee with same-day to 1-2 day online filing
- Inexpensive $18 annual report compliance
- Clear path to 501(c)(3) federal tax exemption and deductible donations
- Minimum of 3 directors required to govern the corporation
- Separate IRS, state tax-exemption, and charitable-registration steps after incorporation
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Form your Utah Nonprofit in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes Immediate to 1-2 business days online.
- 01
Choose Your Nonprofit Name
Select a distinguishable name and verify availability through the Utah Division of Corporations' business search. Confirm the name is distinct from existing Utah entities before filing.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent and Directors
Designate a registered agent with a physical Utah address, and recruit your board. Utah requires a minimum of 3 directors for a nonprofit corporation.
- 03
File Articles of Incorporation
Submit nonprofit Articles of Incorporation to the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code. The state filing fee is $59, and online filing typically processes immediately to within 1-2 business days. Include IRS-required tax-exemption language.
- 04
Adopt Bylaws and a Conflict-of-Interest Policy
Hold an organizational meeting to adopt corporate bylaws and a conflict-of-interest policy, elect officers, and record minutes. These governance documents are required for the IRS 501(c)(3) application.
- 05
Obtain an EIN and Apply for 501(c)(3)
Get a free EIN from the IRS, then file Form 1023-EZ ($275 user fee) or full Form 1023 ($600) for federal tax-exempt status. This federal step is separate from your Utah incorporation.
- 06
Register for State Charitable Solicitation and Tax Exemption
Apply for Utah state tax exemption and register for charitable solicitation with the Utah Division of Consumer Protection before fundraising. These state steps are separate from the IRS 501(c)(3) approval.
Utah Nonprofit costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Utah Nonprofit requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Utah Nonprofit in 2026.
- File nonprofit Articles of Incorporation with the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code ($59)
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical Utah address
- Recruit a board of directors (Utah requires a minimum of 3 directors)
- Adopt corporate bylaws and a conflict-of-interest policy
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- Apply for 501(c)(3) status with IRS Form 1023-EZ ($275) or Form 1023 ($600)
- Register for Utah charitable solicitation and state tax exemption
Filing information
- Formation document
- Articles of Incorporation (Nonprofit)
- Filing agency
- Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code
- Registered agent
- Required
- Bylaws
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $22 (120 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $59 Utah state filing fee and nothing more for the Starter plan. Optional plans add registered agent, EIN, bylaws, and compliance.
Starter
- Articles of Incorporation (Nonprofit) filing
- Name availability check
- Digital document delivery
- Formation status tracking
Booster
- Everything in Starter
- Registered agent (required in Utah)
- EIN / Federal Tax ID
- Expedited processing (1–2 days)
- Bylaws
- 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.
Utah Nonprofit questions, answered
Common questions about forming an Nonprofit in Utah. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form a nonprofit corporation in Utah?
The Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code charges a $59 state filing fee for nonprofit Articles of Incorporation. Online filings typically process immediately to within 1-2 business days. Separately, the IRS charges $275 for Form 1023-EZ or $600 for the full Form 1023 to obtain 501(c)(3) status.
How many directors does a Utah nonprofit need?
Utah requires a nonprofit corporation to have a minimum of 3 directors. You'll also adopt bylaws and a conflict-of-interest policy at your organizational meeting, both of which the IRS expects when reviewing your 501(c)(3) application.
Does forming the nonprofit in Utah make it tax-exempt?
No. Incorporating with the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code creates the nonprofit, but federal tax exemption is a separate step. You must file IRS Form 1023-EZ ($275, for orgs with gross receipts up to $50,000/year and assets up to $250,000) or the full Form 1023 ($600) to obtain 501(c)(3) status, then apply for Utah state tax exemption separately.
How long does 501(c)(3) approval take?
After your Utah incorporation, the IRS typically processes Form 1023-EZ in about 2-4 weeks and the full Form 1023 in roughly 3-6 months. Utah incorporation itself is much faster, often immediate to 1-2 business days online.
What ongoing filings does a Utah nonprofit have?
Utah nonprofits file an annual report with the Division of Corporations during their incorporation anniversary month, with an $18 fee. Federally, 501(c)(3) organizations file an annual IRS Form 990, and you must renew Utah charitable solicitation registration to keep fundraising.
What taxes apply to a Utah nonprofit?
Utah's corporate income tax is a 4.5% flat rate and there is no franchise tax for LLCs, but a recognized 501(c)(3) is generally exempt from income tax on its exempt activities. Utah sales tax is 4.7%; nonprofits may apply separately for a state sales tax exemption.
Are donations to a Utah nonprofit tax-deductible?
Donations become tax-deductible once the organization receives 501(c)(3) recognition from the IRS. Incorporating in Utah is the first step; the federal Form 1023-EZ or 1023 application is what unlocks deductible donations and grant eligibility.
Does a Utah nonprofit have to file a BOI report with FinCEN?
No. Under FinCEN's March 2025 interim final rule, domestic U.S. entities and U.S. persons are exempt from Beneficial Ownership Information reporting. Only foreign-formed entities registered to do business in a U.S. state still file, so a Utah-formed nonprofit does not.
Utah government filing resources
Filing fees for common Nonprofit services
Official Utah state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
$22 non-refundable for either a new filing or a renewal.
Utah calls its good-standing document a Certificate of Existence.
Learn moreCertified copy = $12 for the certification stamp (fee-schedule line 'Statement of certification') PLUS $0.30 per copied page.
Current 2026 fees: $5 per document by mail-in paper.
Fee $17 confirmed in FY2026 Fee Schedule Section 5: 'Amendment - nonprofit and corporation sole $17'.
Learn moreDomestic nonprofit corporation reinstatement fee per the FY2026 fee schedule (effective July 1, 2025) — lower than the $54 for-profit/LLC fee.
Learn moreEverything you need to run your Utah Nonprofit
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