How to Start a Utah LLC
Utah LLC Formation – Basics & Helpful Information
This article is meant to be a general overview of the Utah LLC formation process; including information about how to start a Utah LLC and other basic issues related to Utah LLCs.
Utah LLC Filing Fees
The Utah filing fee for the Certificate of Organization (to create an Utah LLC) is $70.00.
File the Certificate of Organization Online →Utah Filing Time
If filed online, your business will be formed within 24 hours. If you file by mail, it will be formed within 7 business days.
Utah Annual Compliance Requirements
A Utah LLC must renew annually on the anniversary of the entity’s registration. The fee for renewing is $20 with a $10 late fee if past the anniversary date.
File the Annual Renewal Online →Form an LLC in Utah
You can use this checklist to help guide you through the process of forming a Utah LLC:
Step 1: Decide on a Business Name
Step 2: Register your LLC with the State
Step 3: Create and Sign the LLC's Governing Document
Step 4: Get an EIN
Step 5: Get Licenses and Permits
Registering a Foreign LLC in Utah
Helpful Tips & Information
Use an LLC formation service like IncFile to help you form an LLC in Utah. IncFile has free LLC formation packages (you only pay the state filing fee).
Links
Utah Department of Commerce
Utah Certificate of Organization – Paper Version
Utah Certificate of Organization – Online Filing
Utah Business Name Information
Utah Business Licensing Guide
Utah Registered Agent Information
Utah Annual Renewal
Online EIN Application (for the LLC’s Federal Tax ID)
USPTO (Federal) Trademark Search