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Arizona LLC Formation Guide

Key fees, step-by-step instructions, and important deadlines — specific to Arizona. Sourced from official state and court websites.

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Arizona LLC Formation — Key Numbers

$50
Formation fee
None
Annual report fee
None
Franchise tax
Yes (~$100)
Publication req.
14 days
Standard processing
Arizona note
Arizona requires publication in a newspaper for 3 consecutive weeks (~$30–$100 depending on county).

Step-by-Step: LLC Formation in Arizona

  1. 1

    Choose a unique business name and check availability on the Arizona Secretary of State website.

  2. 2

    File your Articles of Organization / Certificate of Organization with Arizona (fee: $50).

  3. 3

    Complete the publication requirement — Arizona requires newspaper notice (~$100).

  4. 4

    Obtain an EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS — free at irs.gov.

  5. 5

    Draft or adopt an LLC Operating Agreement — required by banks and most states.

  6. 6

    File your first annual report (no annual fee in Arizona) by the deadline.

  7. 7

    Open a separate business bank account — never mix personal and business funds.

Data sourced from official Arizona government and court websites. Updated May 2026. Always verify current fees with your local courthouse before filing.

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