Arizona LLC Cost
The minimum cost to start a Arizona LLC is $50 in state filing fees. Annual upkeep costs $0 per annual cycle, plus any franchise/privilege tax. Here is the full 2026 breakdown.
One-time formation costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $50 |
| Name reservation (optional) | typically $10–$50 |
| Certified copy of Articles (optional) | typically $5–$30 |
| Expedited processing (optional) | typically $50–$1,000 depending on tier |
Annual recurring costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Annual report | $0 per annual cycle |
| Franchise / privilege tax | None |
| Registered agent service (optional) | $0–$300/year |
Optional professional services
- Formation service (Bizee, Northwest, LegalZoom): $0–$299 + state fee
- Operating agreement template: $0 (DIY) to $200 (attorney-drafted)
- EIN: $0 direct from IRS — never pay a third party for this
Year-1 minimum spend
If you DIY everything: $50 for state fees in the first year. Add federal taxes, sales tax registration, and any local licenses based on your activity.
Arizona-specific note
Arizona is filed with the Arizona Corporation Commission (not the Secretary of State). Most counties require publication of formation notice in a newspaper for three consecutive weeks; Maricopa and Pima counties are exempt. Arizona has no annual report requirement for LLCs.
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