The Certificate of Organization fee for an Iowa LLC is $50. The biennial report is $30 online and $45 on paper.
Official sourceWhat does Iowa charge to form and maintain an LLC?
| Formation document and method | File a Certificate of Organization with the Iowa Secretary of State. |
|---|---|
| Formation charges | $50 for the Certificate of Organization. A name reservation is $10. |
| Recurring filing | A biennial report every two years, $30 filed online or $45 on paper. |
| First and later due dates | LLCs file the biennial report every odd-numbered year, beginning January 1 and due by April 1. |
| Registered agent and office | An Iowa LLC must designate and maintain a registered agent in Iowa with a place of business in Iowa. A Statement of Change has no fee. |
| Taxes and other costs | The state filing fees do not include state tax registration, local licenses or paid agent service. |
When is the Iowa LLC biennial report due?
LLCs file the biennial report every odd-numbered year. Filing starts January 1 and the report is due by April 1. The fee is $30 online or $45 by paper, and the report includes a Statement Under Oath.
Who can be the Iowa registered agent?
An Iowa LLC must designate and maintain a registered agent in Iowa. The agent must have a place of business in Iowa, and naming an agent affirms that the agent has consented to serve. A Statement of Change of agent has no fee.
What comes after the LLC filing?
Keep the accepted formation documents and your operating agreement, obtain an EIN when needed and check Iowa 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 Iowa filing fees?
The state filing fees do not include state tax registration, local licenses or paid agent service.
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?
- Secretary of State forms and fees - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Iowa Code 489.115, registered agent - reviewed October 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Iowa?
$50 for the Certificate of Organization.
How much is the Iowa LLC biennial report?
$30 online or $45 on paper.
When is the Iowa biennial report due?
In odd-numbered years, by April 1.
Does Iowa charge to change the registered agent?
The Secretary of State lists no fee for a Statement of Change.
Does an Iowa registered agent need an Iowa address?
Yes. The agent must have a place of business in Iowa.
Official sources reviewed October 1, 2026. This guide covers an ordinary domestic LLC, not a personal legal or tax ruling. Government charges can change.