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Wisconsin LLC formation
Start your Wisconsin LLC, usually filed within 1 business hour
HourLLC prepares and files your Wisconsin Articles of Organization with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions 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 Wisconsin's $130 state filing fee and a $5 or $10 copy of your filed Articles (you pick), passed through at cost, so your total is $234 or $239. 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
Wisconsin LLC: fees, speed and paperwork
Once we file, approval is up to the state. Wisconsin is one of the faster states: typical approval for a standard online filing is instant to 1 business day. Wisconsin already approves online filings quickly, so no paid rush is needed.
- State filing fee (paid to the state at cost)
- $130
- Copy of your filed Articles (you pick, paid to the state)
- $5 plain or $10 certified
- HourLLC service fee
- $99
- Your total
- $234 or $239
- We file
- usually within 1 business hour
- Typical state approval
- Instant to 1 business day
- Filing office
- Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Certified copy (state cost only)
- $10
- Certificate of Good Standing (state cost only)
- $10
State fees and processing times as researched in October 2026 and subject to change by Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin with HourLLC
- Pick a name. Your Wisconsin 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, a Wisconsin registered agent, and your business address. Wisconsin filings are public records, so a business address rather than a home address is a common choice.
- Review and pay. One total: $99 plus Wisconsin's state fee at cost. No upsells.
- We usually file within 1 business hour. We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization to the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. When Wisconsin approves it, we email your filing receipt and the copy of your filed Articles of Organization you picked (plain or certified) as PDFs and keep them in Documents at My account. Then we get your EIN.
After your Wisconsin LLC is approved
Wisconsin LLCs file an annual report with the Department of Financial Institutions by the end of the calendar quarter of the LLC's anniversary each year, with a $25 fee.
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 a Wisconsin 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, plus the copy of your filed Articles you pick ($5 plain or $10 certified, paid to the state), emailed as PDFs
- Annual report reminders, free with every LLC
Choosing a Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin'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 Wisconsin LLC is formed
Wisconsin LLCs file an annual report with the Department of Financial Institutions by the end of the calendar quarter of the LLC's anniversary each year, with a $25 fee. We send free reminders before it is due.
Rules and costs
Wisconsin LLC requirements
On this page: Name rules · Registered agent · EIN · Cost breakdown
Wisconsin LLC name rules
A Wisconsin LLC name must include “limited liability company”, “limited company”, “LLC” or “LC”. It also has to be different from names already on file with the state.
You can reserve a name before you file for $15 (good for 120 days). Most people skip this: we check the name and file right away, and you can give us a backup name.
Wisconsin registered agent
Articles of Organization (Form 502) name the initial registered agent with the agent's email address and a registered office that is an actual physical location with a street address (not a P.O. box).
On our order form you name your registered agent and their Wisconsin street address. It can be you, if you have a street address in Wisconsin, or a commercial registered agent service.
Getting an EIN for your Wisconsin LLC
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your LLC's federal tax ID. It comes from the IRS, not from Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin state tax accounts. That is a separate step with the state.
Wisconsin LLC cost breakdown
| State filing fee (one time) | $130 |
|---|---|
| Copy of your filed Articles (you pick, paid to the state) | $5 plain or $10 certified |
| Yearly report or tax (your anniversary quarter) | $25 online |
| Name reservation (optional) | $15 |
| 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.
Checked on official Wisconsin 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
Wisconsin LLC questions, answered
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin charges a $130 state filing fee for a new LLC, plus a copy of your filed Articles of Organization that you pick at checkout: $5 for a plain copy or $10 for a certified copy, both charged by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. HourLLC adds a flat $99 service fee, so your total is $234 or $239. 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 Wisconsin?
We usually file within 1 business hour of a complete order during business hours. After that, approval is up to the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. Typical approval for a standard online filing is instant to 1 business day. Some filings take longer; the state sets the pace, not us.
Can I rush my Wisconsin LLC?
Wisconsin already approves online filings quickly, so no paid rush is needed.
Does a Wisconsin LLC have to file an annual report?
Wisconsin LLCs file an annual report with the Department of Financial Institutions by the end of the calendar quarter of the LLC's anniversary each year, with a $25 fee. We send free reminders with every LLC so you do not miss it.
What is the Wisconsin formation document called?
In Wisconsin the document that creates your LLC is the Articles of Organization, filed with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. 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 Wisconsin?
Yes, like almost every state, Wisconsin 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 a Wisconsin 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 a Wisconsin LLC name need to include?
A Wisconsin LLC name must include "limited liability company", "limited company", "LLC" or "LC", and it has to be different from names already on file with the state.
Who can be a registered agent in Wisconsin?
Articles of Organization (Form 502) name the initial registered agent with the agent's email address and a registered office that is an actual physical location with a street address (not a P.O. box).
How do I get an EIN for my Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin 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: Wisconsin filing requirements