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Indiana LLC cost

Forming an LLC in Indiana costs $95 in state filing fees. Expect about $95 in known state charges in year one and $16 a year after that.

Last checked October 28, 2026 · some figures awaiting official confirmation (marked below).

Indiana LLC fee table

ItemFeeHow oftenStatus
Formation filing fee subtotal$95One timeunverified source
Biennial business entity report$32biennialunverified source
Name reservation (optional)$10One timeverified source
Expedited processing (optional)Not verifiedPer filingunverified
Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs)$105One timeunverified secondary source
Registered agent$0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paidYearlytypical market range

Deadlines

First entity report two years after formation; then every other year in the formation month. Check the business record for the exact date.

Cheapest legal way to form in Indiana

  • File online directly with the state; a paid service is optional.
  • Be your own registered agent if you have a Indiana street address.
  • Skip name reservation and expedite unless you need them.
  • Get your EIN free from the IRS.

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1Where will you form your LLC?

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2What it costs

Indiana LLC cost FAQ

How much does it cost to form an LLC in Indiana?

The state filing fee for the formation filing fee subtotal is $95. Known state charges in year one come to about $95, before optional services.

What are the ongoing state fees for a Indiana LLC?

Biennial business entity report $32 (biennial). Averaged per year that is about $16.

When is the Indiana LLC report due?

First entity report two years after formation; then every other year in the formation month. Check the business record for the exact date.

Does Indiana require LLC newspaper publication?

No. Indiana has no newspaper publication requirement for LLCs (only New York, Arizona and Nebraska do).

Can I be my own registered agent in Indiana?

Usually yes, if you have a physical street address in Indiana (not a P.O. box) where you can accept legal papers during business hours. Paid agents typically cost about $100–150 a year.

How much does it cost to register an out-of-state LLC in Indiana?

Foreign LLC registration costs $105 (per a secondary source; not confirmed on the official page in our latest check), plus Indiana's ongoing report fees.

Sources

Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.

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