Who should form an LLC in Utah?
Anyone who lives in Utah or runs their business from there. If you form in another state but operate in Utah, you will usually have to register there as a foreign LLC anyway, paying both states' fees. See home state or another state.
How do you form an LLC in Utah, step by step?
Choose and check the name
Search the state's business records and include "LLC", "L.L.C." or "Limited Liability Company" in the name.
Appoint a registered agent
A person or company with a physical street address in Utah. See what a registered agent is.
File the Certificate of Organization
Online through the Division of Corporations and Commercial Code's business registration system, which requires a UtahID account, or by mail, with the $59 fee. The fee rose from $54 with the fee schedule effective July 1, 2025.
Get an EIN and sign an operating agreement
The EIN is free from the IRS. See LLC operating agreement.
Register for state taxes
Sales tax and payroll as needed. Then note the first yearly filing date.
What does Utah require every year?
An annual renewal each year, $18, filed during the LLC's anniversary month, starting the year after formation; the renewal window opens a little before the anniversary. A renewal filed after the anniversary month carries a $10 late fee, and an LLC that stays delinquent expires and must be reinstated.
For deadlines, fees and late penalties in detail, see Utah LLC yearly filings.
What do the first two years cost?
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certificate of Organization | $59 |
| First annual renewal, anniversary month the following year | $18 |
Do you need a Utah business license?
Utah has no general statewide business license, but most cities and counties require a local business license, and many professions need state licensing through the Division of Professional Licensing. Businesses selling taxable goods register for sales tax with the Utah State Tax Commission.
Should you file it yourself or use a formation service?
Filing yourself costs only the state fee, and the Utah filing is short enough for most owners to complete. A formation service saves time, can act as your registered agent and may send reminders for yearly filings, but compare total yearly costs: low headline prices are often paired with paid add-ons such as expedited filing, operating agreements or EIN applications, which you can do yourself free. Whichever you choose, keep the approved filing, the EIN letter and your operating agreement together. See how much an LLC costs.
Can a non-resident form an LLC in Utah?
Yes. Utah has no residency or citizenship requirement for an LLC's members or managers. You need a registered agent with a Utah street address and an EIN; a foreign owner without a Social Security number applies for the EIN on Form SS-4. A single-member LLC owned by a foreign person files Form 5472 with a pro forma Form 1120 every year, even with no US income. See can a non-resident own a US LLC and annual filings for foreign-owned LLCs.
What happens if you miss a required report?
The state usually charges a late fee and marks the LLC as not in good standing, which can block a certificate of good standing, a bank account or a loan. If the filing stays overdue, the state can administratively dissolve the LLC, ending its liability protection and its claim to the name. Reinstatement means filing every missing report and paying the fees owed, so put the dates in your calendar. See reinstating a dissolved LLC.
Which Utah taxes apply to an LLC?
Owners pay Utah's flat individual income tax on their share of profit. Utah has a state sales tax plus local taxes; register with the Utah State Tax Commission if you sell taxable goods or have employees.
If you sell online, see Utah sales tax for online sellers.
Federally, a Utah LLC is taxed like any other LLC. See how LLCs are taxed. For a side-by-side view of state costs, see how much an LLC costs.
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Questions people ask
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Utah?
$59 for the Certificate of Organization.
When is the Utah LLC annual renewal due?
During the LLC's anniversary month each year, starting the year after formation.
How much is the Utah annual renewal?
$18, with a $10 late fee if filed after the anniversary month.
Who handles LLC filings in Utah?
The Division of Corporations and Commercial Code, part of the Department of Commerce.
Sources
Every fee, date and rule on this page was taken from these official and primary sources.
- Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code
- Utah State Tax Commission
- IRS: Get an employer identification number
- IRS: Employer identification number, including international applicants
Rules and fees change. If you are reading this long after October 1, 2026, confirm the figures with the source before you rely on them.
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This guide is general information. It is not tax or legal advice for your situation.