Minnesota LLC Formation Cost (2026)
Complete breakdown of Minnesota LLC costs — from the initial filing fee to annual report fees, publication requirements, and ongoing taxes.
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Forming an LLC in Minnesota: Full Cost Breakdown
To form an LLC in Minnesota, you file Articles of Organization (sometimes called a Certificate of Formation or Certificate of Organization) with the Minnesota Secretary of State. The state filing fee is $155.
Standard processing time is 5. Expedited processing is available: 1.
Watch out
Minnesota's formation fee is moderate — but check for city/county business license requirements.Pro tip
No annual report fee after the initial formation.Don't forget your Operating Agreement
Even though Minnesota may not legally require it, an Operating Agreement protects your limited liability status and is essential if you have co-founders or a business bank account.Source: Minnesota Secretary of State ↗
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Registered agent required in Minnesota
Every LLC must designate a registered agent with a physical Minnesota address to receive legal documents. Using a commercial service ($50–$150/yr) keeps your home address off the public record.