Arizona LLC.
Home state, lowest cost.
Arizona charges the lowest state filing fee of the three states we form in — and unlike Wyoming or Nevada, it doesn't require an annual report at all. Formation includes Articles of Organization, operating agreement, EIN, and registered agent — $499 plus the ~$85 state filing fee.
Why form an LLC in Arizona?
Arizona isn't chosen for privacy or asset-protection statutes the way Wyoming and Nevada are — it's chosen because it's where Semper Facilis is based, and where most of our members actually do business. For a business physically operating in Arizona, forming here is almost always the simplest and cheapest path.
- No Annual Report Requirement
- Arizona is one of the few states that does not require LLCs to file a periodic report with the Corporation Commission to stay in good standing. Wyoming charges $60/year and Nevada charges $350/year for this — Arizona charges nothing. Over a 10-year hold, that's a meaningful difference in total cost of ownership.
- Lowest State Filing Fee
- The Arizona Corporation Commission's standard Articles of Organization filing fee is approximately $85 — less than Wyoming's ~$100 and a fraction of Nevada's $500 in combined initial state fees, which include expedited filing.
- No Foreign Qualification Needed If You Operate Here
- If your business is physically based in Arizona, forming an out-of-state LLC (Wyoming or Nevada) to operate here typically triggers a foreign-qualification filing in Arizona anyway — an extra filing fee and an extra registered agent requirement, with none of the privacy benefit since you're conducting business locally under your own name regardless. Forming directly in Arizona skips that step entirely.
- Fast, Well-Established Filing Process
- Arizona's standard LLC processing time is typically several weeks for standard filing; expedited processing (additional state fee) brings it down to a matter of days. The Arizona Corporation Commission's e-filing system is mature and well-documented, keeping the process predictable.
- Publication Requirement (Most Counties Exempt)
- Arizona requires new LLCs to publish notice of formation in an approved newspaper for three consecutive publications — except in counties where the Corporation Commission itself publishes the notice (currently Maricopa and Pima counties, covering the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas, are exempt from the separate publication requirement). We confirm your county's requirement during intake and coordinate publication where it applies.
- Flat State Income Tax
- Arizona's individual income tax rate is a flat 2.5%, applied to pass-through LLC income on the members' state returns. It's the one real cost trade-off against Wyoming or Nevada — but for a business that's actually operating and earning income in Arizona, that liability exists regardless of where the LLC is formed.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Arizona?
- Articles of Organization prep & filing
- Standard operating agreement
- EIN obtainment (IRS)
- 1-year Arizona registered agent
- Document delivery to member vault
- BOI filing status review
- No annual report requirement
- No franchise tax
- Registered agent renewal ($150/yr) if continued
- State fees passed through at cost — never marked up
Government and third-party fees are separate line items, always passed through at cost. Prices shown are Semper Facilis service fees only. Membership ($49/year) is required to order.
Should you form in Arizona, Wyoming, or Nevada?
Each state has a different profile. Here is how they compare on the metrics that matter most for cost, privacy, and asset protection.
| Feature | Arizona ★ | Wyoming | Nevada |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semper Facilis Service Fee | $499 | $599 | $699 |
| State Filing Fee (approx.) | ~$85 | ~$100 | $500 |
| Annual Fees | $0 ✓ | $60/yr | ~$350/yr |
| State Income Tax | Yes (2.5%) | None | None |
| Member Privacy | Public record | Private ✓ | Managers public |
| Charging-Order (single member) | Limited | Exclusive remedy ✓ | Exclusive remedy ✓ |
| Foreign Qualification Needed? | No, if you operate in AZ | Yes, if you operate elsewhere | Yes, if you operate elsewhere |
| Best For | Local AZ operations | Privacy & low cost | Max charging-order strength |
★ Arizona is the natural choice for members who actually operate their business in Arizona and want the lowest total cost of ownership.
What is included with Arizona LLC formation?
- Articles of Organization
- We prepare the Arizona Articles of Organization and coordinate filing with the Arizona Corporation Commission, including publication where your county requires it. You receive a filed and stamped copy once approved.
- Operating Agreement
- A standard single-member or multi-member Arizona LLC operating agreement covering member rights, voting, profit distribution, and dissolution procedures. Delivered as a ready-to-sign document.
- EIN Obtainment
- We obtain your Employer Identification Number from the IRS on your behalf. Your EIN is required to open a business bank account, hire employees, and establish business credit.
- Registered Agent (Year 1)
- One year of Arizona registered agent service. Your RA maintains an Arizona address for service of process and state correspondence and forwards communications to you promptly.
- Document Vault Delivery
- All formation documents are delivered to your Semper Facilis member document vault — Articles (stamped), operating agreement, EIN confirmation letter, and RA designation on file.
- BOI Filing Status Review
- We review your BOI/FinCEN filing status as part of formation. Under the March 2025 FinCEN exemption, U.S.-created entities are currently exempt. Foreign entities must still file. BOI coordination is available as a $149 add-on for entities that remain subject to the requirement.
What do you need before forming an Arizona LLC?
- How much does Arizona LLC formation cost total?
- Semper Facilis service fee: $499. Arizona Corporation Commission Articles of Organization filing fee: approximately $85. Total out-of-pocket at formation: approximately $584. There is no annual report fee in subsequent years — the lowest ongoing cost of any state we form in.
- Do Arizona LLCs file an annual report?
- No. Arizona LLCs are not required to file a periodic report with the Corporation Commission — unlike Arizona corporations, which do file annually. This is a genuine and often-overlooked cost advantage for LLC owners.
- Do I need to publish notice of my new LLC?
- If your LLC's known place of business is outside Maricopa or Pima county, Arizona requires publication of formation notice in an approved newspaper for three consecutive publications within 60 days of filing. We confirm this requirement during intake and coordinate the publication if it applies to you.
- Should I form in Arizona or choose Wyoming/Nevada instead?
- If you operate your business in Arizona, forming here is almost always the right call — it avoids the extra foreign-qualification filing you'd need if you formed out-of-state but did business locally. If privacy or maximum charging-order protection matters more than local convenience, and you don't need to operate under the entity's name in Arizona specifically, Wyoming or Nevada may be worth the added cost. Our intake process helps you decide.
- Do I need a membership to order?
- Yes — all Semper Facilis services require an active PMA membership ($49/year). Membership unlocks the member dashboard, document vault, support team access, and eligibility for all service tiers.
Document Preparation Disclaimer: Semper Facilis provides document preparation and coordination services — not legal advice. Formation documents are standard templates. We do not represent clients, do not appear before courts or agencies, and do not provide legal opinions. Consult a licensed attorney for advice specific to your legal situation. State filing fees are government fees, separate from Semper Facilis service fees, and are always passed through at cost without markup.
Form your Arizona LLC
the right way.
$499 service fee + ~$85 state filing fee. Membership required — $49/year. Formation team handles everything from Articles through EIN delivery.
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