In Montana, the cost of forming an LLC (limited liability corporation) online is $35. When the LLC’s Articles of Organization are filed, this fee is paid to the Montana Secretary of State.
How Much Does a Montana LLC Cost?
Fee for filing a Montana LLC online is $35.
The major expense of forming an LLC is the $35 filing fee with the Montana Secretary of State for your LLC’s Articles of Organization.
The annual report fee in Montana is $20.
LLCs in Montana are required to submit an annual report with the Secretary of State.
This form may be submitted through the Montana Secretary of State’s website. The deadline is April 15. Failure to file on time in Montana carries a $15 penalty.
Fee for Registered Agent
You may be your own registered agent in Montana, but employing a registered agent service keeps your firm in compliance, informs you of critical filing dates, and helps you avoid late fines.
How Much Does it Cost to Form a Foreign LLC in Montana?
If you currently have an LLC established in another state and want to expand into Montana, you must register your LLC as a foreign LLC in Montana.
A Montana foreign LLC registration costs $70. Fill out the online registration form to form a foreign LLC in Montana.
Permits and Licenses for Businesses
Depending on your industry and geographic location, your company may need federal, state, and municipal permits/licenses to operate lawfully in Montana. This is true regardless of whether you create an LLC or another sort of company structure.
Other Fees for Filing an LLC
There are several extra costs involved with forming an LLC:
LLC Name Reservation: File a Reservation of Name form and pay the $10 filing fee to reserve your name for up to 120 days prior to LLC formation.
Foreign LLC Name Registration: If a foreign LLC wishes to register an entity name but does not intend to do business in Montana, they may do so by filing a Registration of Foreign Business Name online for $10.
To establish a name different than your official LLC company name, file a Registration of Assumed Business Name and pay the $20 filing fee.
Certified Document Copies: Order certified copies of your Montana business paperwork from the Secretary of State for $10.
Certificate of Existence: Also known as a Montana certificate of good standing, this document may be obtained by contacting the Secretary of State and paying the $5 cost. Banks and financial institutions often demand a proof of existence.