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Arizona LLC formation
Start your Arizona LLC, usually filed within 1 business hour
HourLLC usually prepares and files your Arizona Articles of Organization with the Arizona Corporation Commission 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 Arizona's $87 state filing fee, passed through at cost, so your total is $186. 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
Arizona LLC: fees, speed and paperwork
Once we file, approval is up to the state. Arizona is one of the slower states: typical approval for a standard online filing is 3 to 5 business days. Every Arizona order is filed with the state's $35 expedited review, which is already inside the $87 state fee. Arizona sells no faster option online, so there is no rush fee to add.
- State filing fee (paid to the state at cost)
- $87
- HourLLC service fee
- $99
- Your total
- $186
- We file
- usually within 1 business hour
- Typical state approval
- 3 to 5 business days (expedited)
- Filing office
- Arizona Corporation Commission
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Certified copy (state cost only)
- $5 + $0.50/page
- Certificate of Good Standing (state cost only)
- all $10 / LP $5 / LLP $5
State fees and processing times as researched in October 2026 and subject to change by Arizona. 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 Arizona 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 Arizona with HourLLC
- Pick a name. Your Arizona 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 Arizona registered agent, and your business address. Arizona filings are public records, so a business address rather than a home address is a common choice.
- Review and pay. One total: $99 plus Arizona's state fee at cost. No upsells.
- We usually file within 1 business hour. We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization to the Arizona Corporation Commission. When Arizona 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 Arizona LLC is approved
Arizona does not require LLCs to file annual reports; only corporations do.
Arizona requires some new LLCs to publish a notice in a newspaper of general circulation within 60 days of approval. It is not needed when the LLC's statutory agent is in Maricopa or Pima County, where the Arizona Corporation Commission posts the notice itself. The Commission tells you by letter after approval whether you must publish and keeps a list of approved newspapers.
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 Arizona 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 Arizona 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 Arizona'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 Arizona LLC is formed
Arizona does not require LLCs to file annual reports; only corporations do. We send free reminders before it is due.
Rules and costs
Arizona LLC requirements
On this page: Name rules · Statutory agent · EIN · Cost breakdown
Arizona LLC name rules
An Arizona LLC name must include “limited liability company”, “limited company”, “L.L.C.”, “LLC”, “L.C.” or “LC”. It also has to be different from names already on file with the state. Banking words (like bank, trust, deposit) need written approval from the Arizona Department of Financial Institutions first.
You can reserve a name before you file for $10 (good for 120 days). Most people skip this: we check the name and file right away, and you can give us a backup name.
Arizona statutory agent
The statutory agent must live or have a place of business in Arizona. It can be an Arizona resident or a business authorized in Arizona. The agent must accept the job in writing (Statutory Agent Acceptance, form M002) unless the agent signed the Articles.
On our order form you name your statutory agent and their Arizona street address. It can be you, if you have a street address in Arizona, or a commercial statutory agent service.
Getting an EIN for your Arizona LLC
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your LLC's federal tax ID. It comes from the IRS, not from Arizona, 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 Arizona state tax accounts. That is a separate step with the state.
Arizona LLC cost breakdown
| State filing fee (one time) | $87 |
|---|---|
| Yearly report or tax | No annual report |
| Name reservation (optional) | $10 |
| Statutory 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.
Checked on official Arizona sources on November 5, 2026: name rules, registered agent, name reservation, annual report. Rules and fees can change; we confirm them before we file.
FAQ
Arizona LLC questions, answered
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Arizona?
Arizona charges a $87 state filing fee for a new LLC (it includes the state's $35 expedited review). HourLLC adds a flat $99 service fee, so your total is $186. 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 Arizona?
We usually file within 1 business hour of a complete order during business hours. After that, approval is up to the Arizona Corporation Commission. Typical approval for a standard online filing is 3 to 5 business days (expedited). Some filings take longer; the state sets the pace, not us.
Can I rush my Arizona LLC?
Every Arizona order is filed with the state's $35 expedited review, which is already inside the $87 state fee. Arizona sells no faster option online, so there is no rush fee to add.
Does an Arizona LLC have to file an annual report?
Arizona does not require LLCs to file annual reports; only corporations do. We send free reminders with every LLC so you do not miss it.
Do I have to publish a notice for my Arizona LLC?
Arizona requires some new LLCs to publish a notice in a newspaper of general circulation within 60 days of approval. It is not needed when the LLC's statutory agent is in Maricopa or Pima County, where the Arizona Corporation Commission posts the notice itself. The Commission tells you by letter after approval whether you must publish and keeps a list of approved newspapers. The newspaper charges for the notice; it is not included in our fee.
HourLLC can get you a quote for the newspaper notice: Arizona LLC publication.
What is the Arizona formation document called?
In Arizona the document that creates your LLC is the Articles of Organization, filed with the Arizona Corporation Commission. 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 Arizona?
Yes, like almost every state, Arizona 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 Arizona 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 Arizona LLC name need to include?
An Arizona LLC name must include "limited liability company", "limited company", "L.L.C.", "LLC", "L.C." or "LC", and it has to be different from names already on file with the state.
Who can be a statutory agent in Arizona?
The statutory agent must live or have a place of business in Arizona. It can be an Arizona resident or a business authorized in Arizona. The agent must accept the job in writing (Statutory Agent Acceptance, form M002) unless the agent signed the Articles.
How do I get an EIN for my Arizona 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 Arizona 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: Arizona filing requirements · Arizona publication rule