Form an LLC in Iowa
We file your Articles of Organization, register an agent, and deliver your formation documents. Total cost from $175 on Standard.
State filing fee
$50
Typical processing
7 days
Annual report
$30 / yr
Iowa LLCs file with the Secretary of State at a $50 filing fee. Iowa requires a biennial report ($30 every two years), due by April 1 of every odd year regardless of formation date. Processing is quick at about a week.
Iowa is mostly chosen by in-state founders or businesses with a Midwest agricultural or manufacturing focus. The low filing fee and biennial-only reporting make it cheaper to maintain than its neighbors.
Best for: Iowa-resident businesses; agricultural and manufacturing operators.
Cost & compliance breakdown
| State filing fee | $50 |
|---|---|
| Typical processing | 7 days |
| Annual report fee | $30 |
| Annual report due | April 1 of every odd-numbered year |
- The biennial report at $30 means the average annual state cost is $15.
How we file your Iowa LLC
- 1
File the Certificate of Organization
We file with the Iowa Secretary of State Business Services Division. The $50 fee is paid online.
- 2
EIN and operating agreement
EIN obtained from the IRS and a custom Iowa operating agreement is delivered.
- 3
Set up biennial report tracking
Iowa biennial reports are due April 1 of every odd-numbered year. The fee is $30.
What's included
Articles of Organization
Registered agent
EIN (Federal Tax ID)
Operating Agreement
Frequently asked questions
When is the Iowa biennial report due?
April 1 of every odd-numbered year, regardless of when the LLC was formed. The fee is $30.
Can a non-resident own an Iowa LLC?
Yes. There are no residency requirements.
Compare with other states
The states founders most commonly weigh against Iowa.
Ready to form your Iowa LLC?
Total from $175 on Standard. Most founders finish the application in about 15 minutes.