Cost guide

How Much Does an LLC Cost in Idaho?

Filing it yourself, a Idaho LLC costs $100 to start — everything else on the typical "LLC cost" list is either free or optional. Here's the honest breakdown.

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Item	Cost	Required?
Articles of Organization filing fee	$100	Yes — one-time
Annual report / state tax	Free to file	Yes — recurring
EIN (federal tax ID)	$0	Free from the IRS — never pay for this
Operating agreement	$0	Recommended — use our free generator
Registered agent	$0 yourself, or ~$100–$150/yr for a service	Yes — but you can be your own
Formation service	$0–$300+	Optional — you can file yourself

Ongoing requirement in Idaho: Free annual report, due by end of formation anniversary month. Typical processing: ~a few business days ($100 online / $120 by mail). Figures are estimates — verify with the Idaho Secretary of State (or equivalent) before filing. Doesn't include business licenses, permits, or taxes on income.

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