Utah LLC Filing Fees and Requirements
The Utah LLC filing fee is $59 to file your Certificate of Organization with the Division of Corporations. See all formation costs, annual report fees, and ongoing requirements.
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Utah LLC fees at a glance
Filing fee: $59 (Certificate of Organization, one-time)
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State agency: Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Corporations and Commercial Code
Annual report due: By the end of the calendar month containing the LLC's formation anniversary date, each year
State tax rate: No state-level LLC franchise tax; Utah state income tax applies to members' share of income
Utah LLC filing fees and formation requirements
Forming an LLC in Utah costs $59 — that's the one-time state filing fee to submit your Certificate of Organization with the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Corporations and Commercial Code. Beyond that, you'll pay roughly $18 per year for the annual report renewal and need a registered agent with a Utah street address from day one.
Utah's formation costs are on the lower end compared to many states, which makes it a straightforward state to get started in. The fees below cover every required and common optional cost you're likely to encounter.
Certificate of Organization filing fee
The state filing fee to form a domestic LLC in Utah is $59, paid when you submit your Certificate of Organization to the Division of Corporations. This is a one-time fee — it doesn't recur and is separate from the annual report fee you'll pay each year going forward.
The Certificate of Organization is the foundational document that legally creates your LLC in Utah. It includes your business name, registered agent information, and the organizer's signature. You file it with the Division of Corporations — not the IRS or any federal agency.
Registered agent requirement
Every Utah LLC must maintain a registered agent with a physical street address in Utah — a P.O. box doesn't satisfy the requirement. The registered agent receives legal documents and official state notices on behalf of your business and must be available during normal business hours.
You can serve as your own registered agent if you have a Utah street address and can be there during business hours. Many business owners use a professional registered agent service instead — it keeps your personal address off public records and ensures nothing gets missed if you're traveling or working remotely.
Name reservation and DBA fees
Reserving your business name before filing is optional in Utah. If you want to hold a name while you prepare your formation documents, you can file an Application for Reservation of Business Name with the Division of Corporations for $22. The reservation holds the name for 120 days and doesn't register or form your business — it only holds the name.
Renewing a name reservation costs another $22. If you're ready to file your LLC right away, you can skip the reservation entirely and include your chosen name directly in the Certificate of Organization.
How to file your Utah LLC
Utah lets you file your Certificate of Organization online, by paper, or by email. Online filing is the fastest option and goes through the Utah Division of Corporations Business Registration System — you'll need a UtahID account to log in before you can start the formation filing.
For online filing, log in with your UtahID, select "Formations" or "Formations & Registrations" from the left menu, then choose Domestic Limited Liability Company and complete the form. For paper filings, download the PDF form from the Division's website, complete it, and use the "Submit a Paper Filing" option in the portal to upload it. Some filings generate a PDF that must be printed, notarized, and emailed back to the Division.
Annual report and ongoing fees
Utah LLCs must file an annual report — called an Annual Renewal — with the Division of Corporations each year to stay in good standing. The fee is approximately $18. The renewal is due by the end of the calendar month that contains your LLC's formation anniversary date, so the deadline shifts based on when your LLC was approved.
If you miss the deadline, the state adds a late fee of approximately $10 on top of the $18 base renewal fee. Missing the annual renewal for long enough can put your LLC out of good standing, which can affect your ability to do business and open accounts. You can file the annual renewal online through the same UtahID-based Business Registration System used for formation.
Operating agreement
Utah doesn't require LLCs to file an operating agreement with the state, and there's no state fee for one. It's an internal document — you keep it on file with your business records, not with the Division of Corporations.
Even though it's not required, having one is worth the effort. An operating agreement spells out how your LLC is managed, how profits are split, and what happens if a member leaves. Without one, Utah's default LLC statutes fill in the gaps — and those defaults may not match what you actually want. If you hire an attorney to draft a custom agreement, that cost is a private legal expense and varies by provider.
Employer Identification Number
An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is a federal tax ID issued by the IRS. You'll need one to open a business bank account, hire employees, and file federal taxes. Applying directly through the IRS is free — you can apply online at irs.gov and get your EIN the same day.
Foreign LLC registration
If your LLC is formed in another state but you want to do business in Utah, you need to register as a foreign LLC with the Utah Division of Corporations. This is a separate filing from forming a domestic LLC and carries its own state fee. Check the Division of Corporations fee schedule for the current foreign LLC registration amount.
FAQ
The minimum cost to form an LLC in Utah is $59 — that's the state filing fee for the Certificate of Organization paid to the Utah Division of Corporations. That's the only required upfront state fee. After formation, you'll pay approximately $18 per year for the annual report renewal.
Optional costs include a $22 name reservation fee if you want to hold your business name before filing, and any fees for a registered agent service or attorney-drafted operating agreement.
Utah LLCs pay approximately $18 per year to file the Annual Renewal with the Division of Corporations. The renewal is due by the end of the calendar month that contains your LLC's formation anniversary date each year. If you file late, the state adds a late fee of approximately $10.
The Utah Division of Corporations LLC filing fee for a domestic Certificate of Organization is $59 as of the current fee schedule. This fee is set by the Utah Department of Commerce and is subject to change. Check the Division of Corporations fee schedule directly for the most current amount before filing.
A Utah business name reservation costs $22 and holds your chosen name for 120 days. Renewing the reservation costs another $22. Name reservation is optional — if you're ready to file your Certificate of Organization right away, you can skip it and include your business name directly in the formation filing.
We collect the $59 state filing fee at cost and pay it directly to the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Corporations and Commercial Code on your behalf when we file your Certificate of Organization. We don't mark up state fees — you pay exactly what the state charges.
It depends on your business type, location, and industry. Utah doesn't issue a single statewide business license — licensing requirements vary by city, county, and the type of work you do. Some industries also require state-level permits or professional licenses with their own fees. Check with your local city or county government and any relevant state licensing boards for the specific requirements that apply to your business.
No. Utah doesn't require LLCs to adopt or file an operating agreement with the state. There's no state fee for one. That said, having an operating agreement is worth doing — it governs how your LLC runs, how profits are divided, and what happens when members leave. Without one, Utah's default LLC statutes apply, and those defaults may not reflect what you actually want.
Yes. Every Utah LLC must have a registered agent with a physical street address in Utah — a P.O. box doesn't count. The registered agent must be available during normal business hours to receive legal documents and official state notices. You can serve as your own registered agent if you have a qualifying Utah address, or you can use a professional registered agent service.
