How to Form an LLC in Nevada

State fee: $425Processing: Same dayTrueFormed bundle: $89 + state fee
Full disclosure: You can form an LLC in Nevada yourself for just the $425 state fee. The Secretary of Statedoesn't care who submits the form. Our $89 bundle is for people who'd rather not spend the hour — and it adds EIN, Operating Agreement, and the first year of Registered Agent service.

Nevada LLC Cost Summary

Articles of Organization (state fee)$425
Annual Report$350
Registered Agent (1st year, included in bundle)Included
EIN (IRS — included in bundle)Included
TrueFormed formation service fee$89
Total Year 1 with TrueFormed$864

Year 2+: Registered Agent renewal is $99/yr. Compare: ZenBusiness Year 1 runs about $823 (Pro formation $199 + RA $199 + state fee) for the same services. We publish our full cost breakdown.

Step 1: Choose a name for your Nevada LLC

Your LLC name must be unique in Nevadaand include "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company." Search the Secretary of State database at Secretary of State website to check availability.

Step 2: Choose a registered agent

Nevada requires every LLC to have a registered agent with a physical address in the state. A registered agent receives legal and tax documents on behalf of your business. You can serve as your own registered agent if you have a Nevada address, or use a service like TrueFormed. Our $89 formation bundle includes the first year; renewal is $99/year.

Step 3: File Articles of Organization

File your Articles of Organization with the Nevada Secretary of State. You can file online at esos.nv.gov. The filing fee is $425 and processing typically takes Same day.

Or let TrueFormed handle it — our $89 bundle includes this filing plus EIN, Operating Agreement, and your first year of Registered Agent service. You pay the $425 state fee on top.

Step 4: Get an EIN from the IRS

An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your business's tax ID. It's free from the IRS and takes about 5 minutes online. You'll need it to open a business bank account, file taxes, and hire employees.

See our complete EIN guide →

Step 5: Create an Operating Agreement

Nevada doesn't legally require an operating agreement, but every LLC should have one. It defines ownership percentages, management structure, and what happens if a member leaves. Banks often require it to open a business account.

Step 6: Stay compliant — Nevada annual requirements

Nevada requires a n annual report filed with the Secretary of State. Deadline: During anniversary month, plus $200 business license fee. The fee is $350.

Miss the deadline and your LLC can be administratively dissolved. If you keep our $99/yr Registered Agent service active we track this deadline automatically; filing the report is a $99 + state-fee add-on when it comes due.

See our annual reports guide →

Nevada tax notes

No state income tax, no corporate tax. $200 annual business license fee also required. High formation/maintenance fees offset tax advantages.

Ready to form your Nevada LLC?

Our $89 bundle covers formation, EIN, Operating Agreement, and your first year of Registered Agent service. State fee ($425) is paid to Nevada at cost.