Form an LLC in Wisconsin
We file your Articles of Organization, register an agent, and deliver your formation documents. Total cost from $255 on Standard.
State filing fee
$130
Typical processing
7 days
Annual report
$25 / yr
Wisconsin LLCs file with the Department of Financial Institutions at $130. The annual report fee is $25, due during the formation anniversary quarter. Processing runs about a week through the online portal.
Wisconsin is mostly chosen by in-state founders, particularly in the Milwaukee and Madison areas. The cost structure is reasonable and the online portal is well-built.
Best for: Wisconsin-resident businesses; Milwaukee and Madison operators.
Cost & compliance breakdown
| State filing fee | $130 |
|---|---|
| Typical processing | 7 days |
| Annual report fee | $25 |
| Annual report due | On the formation anniversary |
- The $25 annual report fee is among the lower in the country.
How we file your Wisconsin LLC
- 1
File the Articles of Organization
We file with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. The $130 fee is paid online.
- 2
EIN and operating agreement
EIN obtained and a Wisconsin operating agreement delivered.
- 3
Set up annual report tracking
Wisconsin annual reports are due during the formation anniversary quarter each year with a $25 fee.
What's included
Articles of Organization
Registered agent
EIN (Federal Tax ID)
Operating Agreement
Frequently asked questions
When is the Wisconsin annual report due?
During the formation anniversary quarter each year. The fee is $25.
Can a non-resident own a Wisconsin LLC?
Yes. There are no residency requirements.
Compare with other states
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Ready to form your Wisconsin LLC?
Total from $255 on Standard. Most founders finish the application in about 15 minutes.