Nevada Secretary of State

How Much Does an LLC Cost in Nevada?

Forming an LLC in Nevada means filing the Articles of Organization with the Nevada Secretary of State. The calculator below separates official government fees from estimates, and fixed costs from variable ones.

Entity type

LLC Corporation

An S corporation is a federal tax election, not a state entity type — both LLCs and corporations may qualify for it.

Registered agent

Act as my own agent — $0Generally allowed if you have an in-state address and are available during business hoursHire a service — about $200/yrMarket estimate (typically $100–$300/yr), not a state fee

Processing speed

First-year government fees — Nevada LLC

$425

Official state fees

Articles of Organization filing fee$75

Initial list of managers/membersFiled with the articles$150

State business license (first year)Filed with the articles$200

Ongoing fixed fees

Annual list feeDue by the end of the formation anniversary month each year, beginning the year after formation$150 / yr

State business license renewalDue with the annual list each year$200 / yr

≈ $350/yr annualized for comparison — actual payment schedule shown above.

Five-year outlook

Fixed government fees (5 yrs)$1,825

Estimated total (5 yrs)$1,825

Educational estimate based on official fee schedules verified July 12, 2026 — not legal or tax advice. Fees, rules, and processing times change; confirm with the state or a qualified professional before relying on them.

The numbers behind this page

Every figure comes from the typed data record for Nevada, verified July 12, 2026 against the sources listed at the bottom of this page.

Formation fees — Nevada LLC
Fee	Amount	Schedule	Type
Articles of Organization filing fee	$75	One-time	Official state fee
Initial list of managers/members	$150	One-timeFiled with the articles	Official state fee
State business license (first year)	$200	One-timeFiled with the articles	Official state fee

Recurring & conditional obligations — Nevada LLC
Fee	Amount	Schedule	Type
Annual list fee	$150	AnnualDue by the end of the formation anniversary month each year, beginning the year after formation	Official state fee
State business license renewal	$200	AnnualDue with the annual list each year	Official state fee

Filing process & processing times

File online through SilverFlume; the initial list and state business license are filed together with the articles.

Processing options for Nevada LLC filings
Option	Typical turnaround	Added fee	Notes
Standard processing	1–10 business days	None	SilverFlume online filings are processed quickly; paper takes longer
24-hour expedited service	1–1 business days	$125
2-hour expedited service	Same day	$500

Processing times are estimates based on currently available official guidance and change with filing volume — they are not guaranteed.

Registered agent costs

Every Nevada LLCmust continuously maintain a registered agent with a physical in-state address. Acting as your own agent costs $0 where you meet the state's eligibility rules; commercial services typically run $100–$300 per year. The calculator uses $200 — the midpoint of that range — when you choose a hired service.

Midpoint of the typical advertised price range for national commercial registered-agent services as of July 2026 (e.g. Northwest Registered Agent $125/yr, ZenBusiness $199/yr, LegalZoom $249/yr). Budget providers advertise below this range and premium corporate-service firms above it. Serving as your own agent costs $0 where you meet state eligibility rules.

Worth knowing about Nevada

Nevada has no state income tax, but its formation package is deceptively expensive: articles + initial list + business license total $425 for LLCs and $725+ for corporations, and $350–$650 recurs every year.
Nevada's corporate business-license fee ($500/yr) is 2.5× the LLC fee ($200/yr) — entity choice materially changes ongoing cost here.

Nevada LLC cost FAQs

How much does it cost to start an LLC in Nevada?

The Nevada Secretary of State charges $425 to file the Articles of Organization. That figure excludes optional services and any variable taxes, which depend on your circumstances.

What are the ongoing costs of an LLC in Nevada?

Nevada LLCs generally must pay the annual list fee of $150 per year (due by the end of the formation anniversary month each year, beginning the year after formation) and the state business license renewal of $200 per year (due with the annual list each year).

How long does it take to form an LLC in Nevada?

Standard processing generally takes about 1–10 business days. Expedited options are available: 24-hour expedited service for $125 and 2-hour expedited service for $500. Processing times change with filing volume, so confirm current turnaround with the state before relying on a date.

Do I need a registered agent for an LLC in Nevada?

Yes. Every Nevada LLC must continuously maintain a registered agent with a physical address in the state to receive legal and official mail. You can generally act as your own agent at no cost if you meet the state's eligibility rules, or hire a commercial service — typically $100–$300 per year. Whether serving as your own agent is practical depends on your circumstances, including privacy and availability during business hours.

When is the Nevada annual list fee due?

Due by the end of the formation anniversary month each year, beginning the year after formation. Missing the deadline can trigger late fees or administrative dissolution, so put the date on your compliance calendar.

What this page doesn't cover

Federal, state, and local taxes beyond the fixed fees shown — income-dependent taxes are listed as variable obligations and never included in exact totals.
Business licenses, local permits, industry-specific registrations, and DBA filings.
Attorney, accountant, or filing-service fees beyond the labeled registered-agent estimate.
Whether an LLC — or Nevada — is the right choice for your situation. FormedIn provides general educational information, not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice, and nothing here recommends an entity type or formation state for any specific person.

Fees, rules, deadlines, and processing times change. Confirm current requirements with the Nevada Secretary of State and consult a qualified attorney, CPA, or tax professional about your specific circumstances.

Sources

Nevada data last verified July 12, 2026.

Forms & Fees — Commercial Recordings— Nevada Secretary of StateOfficialaccessed July 12, 2026
State Business License FAQ— Nevada Secretary of StateOfficialaccessed July 12, 2026
How Much Does a Registered Agent Cost? 2026 Guide— RegisteredAgentCost.comaccessed July 12, 2026
How Much Does a Registered Agent Cost?— ZenBusinessaccessed July 12, 2026