The Articles of Organization fee for a Vermont LLC is $155. The annual report fee is $45.
Official sourceWhat does Vermont charge to form and maintain an LLC?
| Formation document and method | File Articles of Organization with the Vermont Secretary of State. |
|---|---|
| Formation charges | $155 for the Articles of Organization. |
| Recurring filing | $45 annual report for a domestic LLC. |
| First and later due dates | An LLC files the annual report within the three months following its fiscal year end. |
| Registered agent and office | A Vermont LLC designates a registered office for notification, which need not be in Vermont, and an agent for service of process. |
| Taxes and other costs | The state filing fees do not include state tax registration, local licenses or paid agent service. |
When is the Vermont LLC annual report due?
Vermont LLCs renew each fiscal year by filing the annual report within the first three months after the fiscal year end. The fee is $45. A reinstatement after a failure to file is $50.
What registered agent does a Vermont LLC need?
A Vermont LLC must designate and continuously maintain a designated office for notification, which does not have to be in Vermont, and an agent for service of process.
What comes after the LLC filing?
Keep the accepted formation documents and your operating agreement, obtain an EIN when needed and check Vermont 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 Vermont 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 fees and statutes - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Annual and biennial reports - reviewed October 1, 2026
- 11 V.S.A. 4007, office and agent - reviewed October 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Vermont?
$155 for the Articles of Organization.
How much is the Vermont LLC annual report?
$45 for a domestic LLC.
When is the Vermont annual report due?
Within three months after the LLC's fiscal year end.
Does the Vermont designated office have to be in Vermont?
No. The designated office may but need not be in Vermont.
What does reinstatement cost in Vermont?
$50 after a failure to file the annual report.
Official sources reviewed October 1, 2026. This guide covers an ordinary domestic LLC, not a personal legal or tax ruling. Government charges can change.