Business Formation / LLC Nebraska

How Much Does It Cost to Start an LLC in Nebraska?

📝 Nebraska LLC Formation Costs

• Certificate of Organization: $100 (online) or $110 (by mail)
  This one-time fee is required to officially register your LLC with the Nebraska Secretary of State. 

• Publication Requirement: Varies ($40–$250)
  Nebraska mandates that you publish a Notice of Organization in a local newspaper for three consecutive weeks. After publication, you must submit an affidavit to the Secretary of State, which costs $25 online or $30 by mail.

• Registered Agent Service: $0–$300/year (optional)
  You can act as your own registered agent at no cost, or hire a service for privacy and convenience. 

• Operating Agreement: $0–$500 (optional)
  While not required, drafting an operating agreement is recommended to outline the management structure and operating procedures of your LLC.

• Employer Identification Number (EIN): $0
  Obtaining an EIN from the IRS is free and necessary for tax purposes.

🔄 Ongoing Annual Costs

• Biennial Report: $13 (every 2 years)
  Nebraska requires LLCs to file a biennial report to keep your business information up to date. 

📌 Additional Considerations

• Business Licenses and Permits: Costs vary depending on your business type and location. Check with local city or county governments for specific requirements.

• State Taxes: Nebraska LLCs are generally pass-through entities for tax purposes, but you may be subject to state income tax, sales tax, or other taxes depending on your business activities.

💰 Estimated Total Costs

• Minimum Startup Cost: $100–$110
  (Filing Certificate of Organization)

• Typical Startup Cost with Optional Services: $138–$890
  (Including publication, registered agent service, and operating agreement)

• Annual Maintenance Cost: $13–$313
  (Biennial report plus optional registered agent service)

🛑 What additional costs am I responsible for?

In addition to our fee, you will be potentially responsible for the costs of some or all of the items below if applicable.

1. Licenses 
   
2. Filing Fees
3. Reports
4. Name Reservations
5. Articles of Organization