Business Formation / LLC Utah

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

🏁 Initial Formation Costs

🔄 Ongoing Annual & Required Fees

• Annual Report Fee: $18–$23/year — required each year; due on your formation anniversary 

• DBA Renewal (if used): $18 every 3 years Registered Agent Renewal: $0–$300/year (if using a service)

⚙️ Optional Post-Formation Services

• Certificate of Existence: $12 

• Certified Documents: ~$5–$15 each ($2/page) 

• Local Business Licenses: Fees vary (some start around $100+) 

💰 Estimated Cost Summary

✅ Highlights

• Utah offers one of the lowest LLC formation fees in the U.S. at just $54 (or $59 via some providers) Annual report is only $18 per year — a very affordable maintenance cost 

• Registered agent services vary—self-service is free, while professional options range from $100 to $300 annually.

• Extras like DBAs, document certificates, and local permits are optional—total startup with add-ons typically under $500.

🧭 Suggested Next Steps

1. Check name availability and optionally reserve it for $22.

2. File the Certificate of Organization online—$54.

3. Designate a registered agent (yourself or a service).

4. Draft an Operating Agreement (DIY or professional).

5. Request your EIN from the IRS (free).

6. File the Annual Report each year around your formation anniversary (pay $18).

7. Consider optional filings like DBAs or document certificates only if needed.

🛑 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