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1Nevada LLC Formation
To form an LLC in Nevada, you'll need to file Articles of Organization with the Nevada Secretary of State.
Formation Details
- Filing Fee: $225
- Processing Time: Online: 1-2 business days; In-person: same day (expedited available)
- Official Website: https://sos.nv.gov
2Annual Report Requirements
Nevada requires LLCs to file a annual report to maintain good standing with the state.
Annual Report Details
- Filing Fee: $350
- Due Date: Last day of the LLC's formation anniversary month each year
- Frequency: Annually
3Registered Agent Requirements
Nevada requires all LLCs to maintain a registered agent.
Can You Be Your Own Registered Agent?
Yes, you can serve as your own registered agent in Nevada.
Requirements: Must be a Nevada resident with a physical Nevada street address (not a PO Box), or a business entity authorized to do business in Nevada. Must be available during regular business hours to accept service of process.
4Foreign LLC Registration
If your LLC was formed in another state but you want to do business in Nevada, you'll need to register as a foreign LLC.
Foreign LLC Registration
- Registration Fee: $225
- Requirements: Certificate of Existence (Good Standing) from home state (dated within 90 days), Application for Registration as a Foreign LLC, Nevada registered agent designation with physical Nevada address.
5Nevada LLC Taxes
Nevada has no state corporate income tax and no personal income tax. The Commerce Tax applies only to businesses with Nevada gross revenue exceeding $4 million per year (rate varies by industry, typically 0.051%–0.331%). No franchise tax on LLCs. Federal taxes still apply.
6Penalties for Non-Compliance
Late Filing Penalties
$75 penalty for late annual report filing. Continued non-compliance results in administrative revocation of the LLC.
Administrative Dissolution Risk
Failure to file annual reports and pay required fees can result in administrative revocation. Reinstatement requires filing an application, paying all overdue fees, and the $75 late penalty.
Key Considerations for Nevada LLCs
- No state income tax — neither personal nor corporate
- No franchise tax on LLCs
- Commerce Tax only applies if Nevada gross revenue exceeds $4 million/year
- Strong privacy protections — no public disclosure of members or managers required
- Annual report fee: $150 (annual report) + $200 (business license renewal) = $350/year total
- Formation fee: $75 (SOS Articles) + $150 (initial business license) = $225 total
- Famous charging order protection — one of the strongest in the U.S.
- No requirement to hold annual meetings or maintain meeting minutes
Important Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. LLC requirements, fees, and deadlines change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your state's Secretary of State office before making business decisions.
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Official Resources
For the most up-to-date information, always check the official Nevada Secretary of State website:
https://sos.nv.gov