Starting an Arizona LLC: $50 to File, No Annual Reports
Honest statutory agent representation in Arizona for $99/year. Includes the address used on filings, same-day scanning of legal mail, and reminders for state deadlines.
Set up an Arizona LLC by filing one document, attaching a qualified agent, and committing to the ongoing tasks that keep the entity active. The state expects $50 for the filing, takes roughly 5-10 business days to process, and from there the maintenance rhythm begins. Keep reading for the steps, the costs, and how we handle the filing for you.
Form Your Arizona LLC — $199
Pay $199 once and we handle everything: prep, review, submission to Arizona Corporation Commission. 5-10 business days from filing to active.
The Arizona LLC, Briefly Explained
The LLC is a US business entity that gives owners limited personal liability and operates with much less overhead than a corporation. Statewide in Arizona, consultants, real estate holders, solo operators, and small partnerships all favor the LLC for its blend of low overhead and real protection.
The Cost Picture for Arizona LLCs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Our LLC formation service | $199 one-time |
| State filing fee (Arizona Corporation Commission) | $50 one-time |
| Registered agent (required for every Arizona LLC) | $99/year |
| State annual report fee | None (no annual report) |
Our part is $199 for the filing service. The state fee goes to Arizona Corporation Commission directly. Agent product is its own line at $99/year.
The Arizona LLC Formation Process
1. Select a Name That Meets Arizona Rules
For an Arizona LLC name, you need two things: an LLC suffix or designator, and clearance from any conflicting entity name already registered in the state. Arizona Corporation Commission provides an online entity search; use it to confirm your chosen name is actually available before filing.
Restricted name terms include the obvious ones — 'bank,' 'insurance,' 'trust,' 'agency' (when implying government). If you're not licensed in those areas, leave them out.
2. Line Up Your Registered Agent
Every Arizona LLC is required to maintain a continuously appointed agent with an in-state street address and reliable presence during the workday. Whatever name and address you list goes on the public record at Arizona Corporation Commission — accessible to anyone running an entity search.
Use our agent product at $99/year. Your home address stays out of the public record entirely.
3. File the Formation Paperwork with Arizona Corporation Commission
This step formally establishes the LLC: file the formation document at Arizona Corporation Commission with $50 for the state's share. What the document records: the LLC name, the primary business address, the statutory agent's contact details, whether members or managers run the LLC, and the people serving as organizers.
Most filers go through Arizona Corporation Commission's online portal at the state's filing portal, since paper takes longer.
Standard processing takes about 5-10 business days. Rush filing can usually be added at a higher fee.
4. Create Your LLC's Operating Agreement
Although Arizona doesn't require an operating agreement on file, having one in place is essential for routine business operations. It sets ownership percentages, decides how profits flow, defines who can make decisions, and specifies the exit process for members. Skip the agreement and Arizona's default statutory rules take over. They're often a poor fit for the specifics of your LLC.
5. Get a Federal Tax ID (EIN)
The EIN acts as the federal income tax identifier for the LLC. Used for business banking, hiring employees, and filing federal returns. Apply free through IRS.gov. Ten minutes or so on the online form; the number is yours when you finish the form.
Don't pay for an EIN through a third party — the IRS issues EINs at no charge through a short online form.
6. Stay Compliant After Formation
Keeping the LLC alive and well requires ongoing attention to a short list of items:
- Continuously maintain the agent of record at a physical Arizona address at all times
- Submit state-level tax requirements (annual report doesn't apply here)
- Maintain a clear divide between company funds and personal funds (distinct accounts, distinct ledgers)
- Take care of the federal and state tax-related filings by their deadlines
If any of these are neglected, Arizona Corporation Commission can dissolve the entity. A dissolved LLC offers no asset protection.
Skip the busywork: pay $199 once and our team handles the Arizona filing.
The Arizona Registered Agent Rule
All Arizona LLCs must maintain a statutory agent. It's a statutory requirement, not a recommendation. Agent requirements include:
- Keep a physical street address in Arizona (PO boxes alone won't qualify)
- Remain available during the regular workday to receive legal service
- Deliver legal mail and state notices fast enough that the LLC can respond before deadlines
Self-appointment as your own agent is allowed, but it has a downside. The address becomes accessible to anyone with internet access.
For $99 a year, our RA service operates in Arizona. Use our details on the filing and your home address stays off the state record.
Common Questions
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Arizona?
The state's filing fee is $50. That's on the lower end of state filing fees. Arizona skips the annual report fee for standard LLCs.
How long does it take to form an LLC in Arizona?
Plan on about 5-10 business days between filing and approval.
Does Arizona require an annual report?
No annual report is required for standard Arizona LLCs.
Do I need a registered agent for my Arizona LLC?
Yes. Arizona requires a registered agent located in Arizona from formation onward. The agent has to be on file every day the LLC exists.
Can I form an LLC in Arizona if I live in another state?
Yes. Owners of Arizona LLCs don't have to be Arizona residents. What you do need is an in-state agent — we supply that role for $99 a year.
Get Your Arizona LLC Filed
Anyone can file directly with Arizona Corporation Commission at the state's filing portal. The agent requirement still applies regardless — $50 is paid to Arizona Corporation Commission.
Our registered RA service is what you list on the formation paperwork. Pricing: At $99 annually — your Arizona agent address on file, same-day document scans, and compliance alerts before every deadline.
Need only a registered agent? Our registered agent service is $99/year.
More to know about Arizona LLCs or about the RA service? Browse our FAQ or email us Monday through Friday.
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