How to Form an LLC in Wyoming

Step 1: Choose and check your LLC name

Wyoming LLC names must include “Limited Liability Company,” “LLC,” or “L.L.C.” Search availability via the Wyoming Secretary of State business search.

Step 2: Appoint a registered agent

Your Wyoming LLC needs a registered agent with a physical street address in the state who is available during normal business hours to receive service of process. You can serve as your own agent if you reside in Wyoming.

Step 3: File Articles of Organization

File Articles of Organization with the Wyoming Secretary of State. The filing fee is $100. Online filing is available and is typically faster than mail.

Step 4: Get an EIN from the IRS

Apply for a free Employer Identification Number through IRS.gov. EINs issue immediately for online applicants with a US Social Security Number or ITIN.

Step 5: Draft an Operating Agreement

Wyoming does not require LLCs to file an Operating Agreement, but having one is essential to preserve liability protection — especially for single-member LLCs.

Step 6: Comply with annual obligations

Wyoming requires an annual report (or equivalent) costing $60 on a annual basis. Set a calendar reminder; the late-filing penalty in most states is significant.

Step 7: Local licensing and permits

Check city and county requirements wherever your LLC operates in Wyoming. Many municipalities require a local business license even for online businesses.

Wyoming-specific notes

Wyoming has no state personal or corporate income tax and offers strong charging-order protection for LLC members. Annual report fee is $60 minimum or $0.0002 per dollar of in-state assets, whichever is greater.