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Alaska LLC formation
Start your Alaska LLC, usually filed within 1 business hour
HourLLC prepares and files your Alaska Articles of Organization with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing usually within one business hour of a complete order (Monday to Thursday 9 AM to 5 PM and Friday 9 AM to 12 PM Eastern; orders placed after hours are usually filed by 10 AM the next business day). You pay our $99 service fee plus Alaska's $250 state filing fee, passed through at cost, so your total is $349. An EIN from the IRS and an operating agreement are included.
- State fee at cost, shown up front
- EIN included
- Documents by email
At a glance
Alaska LLC: fees, speed and paperwork
Once we file, approval is up to the state. Alaska is one of the faster states: typical approval for a standard online filing is same day to 1 business day. Alaska does not sell faster review for online LLC filings, so there is no rush option to add.
- State filing fee (paid to the state at cost)
- $250
- HourLLC service fee
- $99
- Your total
- $349
- We file
- usually within 1 business hour
- Typical state approval
- Same day to 1 business day
- Filing office
- Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Certified copy (state cost only)
- $5
- Certificate of Good Standing (state cost only)
- $10
State fees and processing times as researched in October 2026 and subject to change by Alaska. We confirm your exact state fee before we file. Certified copies, Good Standing certificates and state rush filing are optional and charged at checkout at the state's cost with no service fee.
Official Alaska fee source: official state fee page. Fees checked October 23, 2026; the price at checkout is what the state charges us, including any card or portal fee it adds.
How it works
Forming an LLC in Alaska with HourLLC
- Pick a name. Your Alaska LLC name must include an LLC designator such as "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company" and must not already be taken. We check availability before filing; give us a backup name on the form in case your first choice is taken.
- Fill out a 3 minute form. Members, an Alaska registered agent, and your business address. Alaska filings are public records, so a business address rather than a home address is a common choice.
- Review and pay. One total: $99 plus Alaska's state fee at cost. No upsells.
- We usually file within 1 business hour. We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization to the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. When Alaska approves it, we email your filing receipt and stamped Articles of Organization as PDFs and keep them in Documents at My account. Then we get your EIN.
After your Alaska LLC is approved
Alaska LLCs file a biennial report with the Division of Corporations every two years, due January 2.
Your EIN is included: we apply to the IRS for it together with your state filing, so you can open a business bank account and file taxes under the LLC.
Almost every state requires a registered agent with a street address in the state who accepts official mail and legal papers during business hours. You can be your own registered agent if you have an Alaska address, or use a commercial registered agent.
What every HourLLC order includes
- Name availability check before filing
- Articles of Organization usually filed with the state within 1 business hour
- EIN from the IRS (federal tax ID)
- Free operating agreement
- Filing receipt and stamped, approved Articles of Organization, emailed as PDFs
- Annual report reminders, free with every LLC
Choosing an Alaska LLC formation service
Compare the all-in price, not the starting price. Ask each service: is the EIN included, is an operating agreement included, when exactly do you file, and what renews every year? With HourLLC the answer is one price ($99 plus Alaska's fee at cost), EIN and operating agreement included, usually filed within 1 business hour, and no yearly fee for the LLC itself. See a side by side comparison.
Yearly cost after your Alaska LLC is formed
Alaska LLCs file a biennial report with the Division of Corporations every two years, due January 2. We send free reminders before it is due.
Rules and costs
Alaska LLC requirements
On this page: Name rules · Registered agent · EIN · Cost breakdown · Other rules
Alaska LLC name rules
An Alaska LLC name must include “limited liability company”, “L.L.C.”, “LLC”, “limited liability co.”, “ltd. liability company” or “ltd. liability co.”. It also has to be different from names already on file with the state. The name cannot contain "city," "borough" or "village" or suggest the LLC is a government body.
You can reserve a name before you file for $25 (good for 120 days). Most people skip this: we check the name and file right away, and you can give us a backup name.
Alaska registered agent
The registered agent must be an Alaska resident or a corporation authorized to do business in Alaska. The agent's business office must be the LLC's registered office in Alaska.
On our order form you name your registered agent and their Alaska street address. It can be you, if you have a street address in Alaska, or a commercial registered agent service.
Getting an EIN for your Alaska LLC
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your LLC's federal tax ID. It comes from the IRS, not from Alaska, and the IRS does not charge for it. You need it to open a business bank account, hire employees and file business taxes. Every HourLLC order includes it: we prepare and submit the EIN application together with your state filing and send you the IRS confirmation letter.
If your LLC will sell taxable goods or services or hire employees, you may also need to register for Alaska state tax accounts. That is a separate step with the state.
Alaska LLC cost breakdown
| State filing fee (one time) | $250 |
|---|---|
| Yearly report or tax (by January 2) | $100 every 2 years |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 |
| Registered agent | $0 if you serve yourself; a commercial service charges its own yearly fee |
Add our $99 service fee once, at formation. There is no yearly HourLLC fee for the LLC itself.
Other Alaska rules to know
An Alaska LLC files an Initial Report within the first 6 months after formation. There is no fee for it.
Checked on official Alaska sources on November 5, 2026: name rules, other rules. Rules and fees can change; we confirm them before we file.
FAQ
Alaska LLC questions, answered
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Alaska?
Alaska charges a $250 state filing fee for a new LLC. HourLLC adds a flat $99 service fee, so your total is $349. That includes your EIN and an operating agreement. The state fee is passed through at cost and shown before you pay.
How long does it take to get an LLC in Alaska?
We usually file within 1 business hour of a complete order during business hours. After that, approval is up to the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. Typical approval for a standard online filing is same day to 1 business day. Some filings take longer; the state sets the pace, not us.
Can I rush my Alaska LLC?
Alaska does not sell faster review for online LLC filings, so there is no rush option to add.
Does an Alaska LLC have to file an annual report?
Alaska LLCs file a biennial report with the Division of Corporations every two years, due January 2. We send free reminders with every LLC so you do not miss it.
What is the Alaska formation document called?
In Alaska the document that creates your LLC is the Articles of Organization, filed with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. We prepare it from your order, file it, and email you the stamped, approved copy as a PDF.
Do I need a registered agent in Alaska?
Yes, like almost every state, Alaska requires a registered agent with a street address in the state who can accept official mail and legal papers during business hours. You can be your own registered agent if you have an Alaska address, or use a commercial registered agent and give us that address when you order.
Is the EIN really included?
Yes. The IRS issues EINs for free, and we prepare and submit the application for you together with your state filing, at no extra charge. You will usually need the EIN to open a business bank account or hire employees.
What does an Alaska LLC name need to include?
An Alaska LLC name must include "limited liability company", "L.L.C.", "LLC", "limited liability co.", "ltd. liability company" or "ltd. liability co.", and it has to be different from names already on file with the state.
Who can be a registered agent in Alaska?
The registered agent must be an Alaska resident or a corporation authorized to do business in Alaska. The agent's business office must be the LLC's registered office in Alaska.
How do I get an EIN for my Alaska LLC?
An EIN is a free federal tax ID from the IRS. Every HourLLC order includes it: we prepare and submit the EIN application together with your Alaska state filing and send you the IRS confirmation letter.
Other states
Forming an LLC somewhere else?
We file in all 50 states and DC at the same $99 service fee. Each state sets its own filing fee and speed.
Nearby states
Sources checked October 2026: Alaska filing requirements