Arizona LLC fee table
| Item | Fee | How often | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base formation filing | $50 | One time | verified source |
| Annual report (not required for LLCs) | $0 | annual | verified source |
| Name reservation (optional) | $10 | One time | verified source |
| Expedited processing (optional) | Not verified | Per filing | unverified |
| Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs) | $150 | One time | verified source |
| Registered agent | $0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paid | Yearly | typical market range |
Publication requirement: Publish in a newspaper of general circulation in the statutory agent's county within 60 days (3 consecutive publications), unless the agent is in Maricopa or Pima County, where the ACC posts the notice free. Typical cost ~$60–$120. (unverified (official page not retrievable; secondary))
Deadlines
No annual report. Publication within 60 days of filing unless the agent is in Maricopa or Pima county.
Cheapest legal way to form in Arizona
- File online directly with the state; a paid service is optional.
- Be your own registered agent if you have a Arizona street address.
- Skip name reservation and expedite unless you need them.
- Get your EIN free from the IRS.
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Arizona LLC cost FAQ
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Arizona?
The state filing fee for the base formation filing is $50. Known state charges in year one come to about $50, before optional services.
What are the ongoing state fees for a Arizona LLC?
Annual report (not required for LLCs) $0 (annual). Averaged per year that is about $0.
When is the Arizona LLC report due?
No annual report. Publication within 60 days of filing unless the agent is in Maricopa or Pima county.
Does Arizona require LLC newspaper publication?
Publish in a newspaper of general circulation in the statutory agent's county within 60 days (3 consecutive publications), unless the agent is in Maricopa or Pima County, where the ACC posts the notice free. Typical cost: ~$60–$120.
Can I be my own registered agent in Arizona?
Usually yes, if you have a physical street address in Arizona (not a P.O. box) where you can accept legal papers during business hours. Paid agents typically cost about $100–150 a year.
How much does it cost to register an out-of-state LLC in Arizona?
Foreign LLC registration costs $150, plus Arizona's ongoing report fees.
Sources
Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.
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