🌵 How to Start an LLC in Arizona – Full 2025 Guide
Learn how to start an LLC in Arizona with this updated 2025 step-by-step guide. Includes costs, requirements, forms, and expert tips.
🤔 Why Start an LLC in Arizona?
Forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Arizona offers flexible business structure, asset protection, and tax benefits. This guide walks you through how to start an LLC in Arizona, whether you’re launching your first business or expanding.
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| 🛡️ Asset Protection | Separates your personal assets from business liabilities |
| 🧾 No Annual Reports | Simplifies ongoing compliance |
| 💰 Affordable Startup | Low formation and maintenance fees |
| 📍 Local Friendly | Ideal for home-based and small businesses in AZ |
🧭 7 Steps to Form an Arizona LLC
1. 📝 Choose a Name for Your Arizona LLC
Must be unique in ArizonaMust include “Limited Liability Company,” “LLC,” or “L.L.C.”
Can’t imply it’s a government entity
🔍 Use the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) Entity Search to check availability.
2. 🧑💼 Designate an Arizona Statutory Agent
In Arizona, a Statutory Agent (Registered Agent) is required to receive legal and tax documents.
Must have a physical Arizona address (no P.O. Boxes)
Can be an individual or a professional service
✔️ You can be your own Statutory Agent if you meet requirements.
3. 📄 File the Articles of Organization
File the Articles of Organization with the Arizona Corporation Commission.
Filing Options: Online or by mail
Filing Fee: $50 (plus $35 for expedited processing)
Where to File: eCorp.azcc.gov
You’ll need to provide:
Business name
Statutory Agent details
Management structure (member- or manager-managed)
4. 📢 Publish a Notice of LLC Formation
Arizona requires you to publish a Notice of LLC Formation in a local newspaper for 3 consecutive weeks, unless your county is exempt (e.g., Maricopa and Pima).
Cost: Varies by newspaper
Deadline: Within 60 days of formation
📰 Counties like Maricopa and Pima are exempt from this requirement.
5. 🧾 Create an Arizona LLC Operating Agreement
An Operating Agreement is not required but is strongly recommended. It outlines:
Member roles and responsibilities
Voting and decision-making processes
Profit distribution
Rules for dissolving or selling the LLC
📌 Keeps your business legally and financially protected.
6. 🆔 Apply for an EIN (Employer Identification Number)
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS if:
You have more than one member
You’ll hire employees
You want a separate business bank account
📎 Apply on the IRS website.
6. 🧾 Apply for Arizona Business Licenses
Arizona doesn’t issue a general business license at the state level, but your LLC may need local licenses or permits depending on your city or county.
Use the Arizona Commerce Authority Licensing Guide to check requirements.
9. 💼 Open a Business Bank Account
Keep personal and business finances separate. You’ll need:
EIN
Certificate of Formation
Operating Agreement
🔍 People Also Ask
Do I need to publish my LLC in Arizona?
Yes, unless your LLC is located in Maricopa or Pima County.
Does Arizona require an operating agreement?
No, but it is recommended for internal structure.
💰 Arizona LLC Filing Fees (2025)
| Fee Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $50 |
| Expedited Processing (optional) | $35 |
| Statutory Agent (if hired) | ~$49–$150 |
| Notice of Publication (if required) | ~$60–$300 |
| EIN from IRS | Free |
🧾 Arizona LLC Contact Info
📍 Arizona Corporation Commission
📞 (602) 542-3026
📬 1300 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007
❓ FAQs - Arizona LLC
1. How much does it cost to start an LLC in Arizona?
$50 to file Articles of Organization. Optional $35 for expedited filing. Newspaper publication may cost extra.
2. Do I need to file an annual report for an Arizona LLC?
No, Arizona does not require annual reports for LLCs.
3. Is an Operating Agreement mandatory in Arizona?
No, but it is highly recommended for internal structure and legal clarity.
4. What is a Statutory Agent in Arizona?
A Statutory Agent is your official point of contact for legal documents in Arizona.
5. How long does it take to form an LLC in Arizona?
Standard processing takes 14–20 business days. Expedited: 3–5 business days.
6. Is newspaper publication required?
Yes, unless your LLC is in Maricopa or Pima County.
7. Can I be my own Statutory Agent?
Yes, if you’re 18+, have a physical AZ address, and are available during business hours.
8. Do I need an EIN for a single-member LLC?
Only if you hire employees or elect corporate tax treatment.
9. Do Arizona LLCs pay state income tax?
No income tax at the LLC level. Pass-through taxation applies unless you choose corporate status.
10. What is the fastest way to start an LLC in Arizona?
File online and select expedited processing at eCorp.azcc.gov.
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