The base filing fee for an Idaho Certificate of Organization is $100. Paper filing adds a $20 manual processing fee. The annual report has no fee.
Official sourceWhat does Idaho charge to form and maintain an LLC?
| Formation document and method | File a Certificate of Organization with the Idaho Secretary of State, online through SOSBiz or on paper. |
|---|---|
| Formation charges | $100 base filing fee. A paper form adds $20 for manual processing, so $120 in total. Expedited service adds $40. |
| Recurring filing | Annual report with no state fee. |
| First and later due dates | The annual report is due before the end of the month in which the LLC was formed, starting one year after formation. |
| Registered agent and office | Maintain a registered agent with a physical street address in Idaho, no P.O. box. The agent can be an individual who lives in Idaho or a business entity authorized to do business in Idaho. |
| Taxes and other costs | The state filing fees do not include state tax registration, local licenses or paid agent service. |
When is the Idaho LLC annual report due?
Idaho requires an annual report every year, delivered before the end of the month in which the LLC was formed, starting one year after formation. There is no state fee.
Who can be the Idaho registered agent?
The agent needs a physical street address in Idaho, with no P.O. box, and must be available during normal business hours. The agent can be an individual who lives in Idaho or a business entity authorized to do business in Idaho.
What comes after the LLC filing?
Keep the accepted formation documents and your operating agreement, obtain an EIN when needed and check Idaho tax registration and local licenses for the business activity.
Use the EIN guide for founders without an SSN if it fits your situation. An EIN does not replace state tax registration.
Which costs are outside the Idaho filing fee?
The state filing fees do not include state tax registration, local licenses or paid agent service. Expedited handling ($40) and the $20 paper processing fee are optional or situational.
Compare the known state charges in the calculator and the 50-state and DC fee table. If the business works elsewhere, review when another state can require registration before choosing a formation state.
Which official sources support these figures?
- Certificate of Organization form and fee - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Idaho Code 30-21-213, annual report - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Idaho Code 30-21-214, filing fees - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Registered agent requirements - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Secretary of State business forms - reviewed October 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Idaho?
The base fee is $100. A paper form adds a $20 manual processing fee.
Does Idaho charge for the LLC annual report?
No. The annual report has no state fee, but it must still be filed.
When is the Idaho annual report due?
Before the end of the month in which the LLC was formed, starting one year after formation.
Who can be a registered agent in Idaho?
An individual who lives in Idaho or a business entity authorized to do business in Idaho, with a physical street address in Idaho.
Does Idaho charge extra for expedited service?
Yes. Expedited service adds $40 to the filing fee.
Official sources reviewed October 1, 2026. This guide covers an ordinary domestic LLC, not a personal legal or tax ruling. Government charges can change.