Minnesota LLC Articles of Organization (2026)

Learn how to file the Minnesota LLC formation document in 2026, what information to prepare, what the filing fee covers, and what to do after approval.

LLC Route Editorial Team

Reviewed against official state and federal resources.

Updated July 28, 2026

Educational guide, not legal or tax advice.

Minnesota LLC Articles of Organization create the LLC with the Secretary of State. The filing fee is $155 online or in person and $135 by mail.

Educational note: This guide is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Confirm current requirements with Minnesota Secretary of State, Minnesota Department of Revenue, Minnesota UI, IRS, and qualified professionals.

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Item	Minnesota answer
Formation document	Articles of Organization
Filing agency	Minnesota Secretary of State
Online/in-person fee	$155
Mail fee	$135
Registered office required?	Yes
Registered agent required?	Optional for domestic LLCs
Annual renewal	$0, due December 31
EIN included?	No

What the Articles do

Articles of Organization create the Minnesota LLC record. They do not automatically create:

Operating agreement
EIN
Minnesota Tax ID
Sales tax account
Employer withholding account
UI employer account
Assumed name filing
Local license
Professional or industry license
Annual renewal filing

Required information

Minnesota statute says Articles of Organization must state:

LLC name
Street address of the initial registered office
Agent name if the LLC has an agent for service of process
Name and street address of each organizer

The registered office is required. The registered agent is optional for a domestic LLC.

After approval

Save the approved Articles of Organization.
Sign the operating agreement.
Get EIN from IRS if needed.
Apply for Minnesota Tax ID if tax accounts apply.
Register UI employer account if hiring.
Check ELicensing and local permits.
File the free annual renewal by December 31.

Filing FAQ

How much does Minnesota LLC formation cost?

$155 online or in person, or $135 by mail.

Does Minnesota require a registered agent?

A registered office is required. A registered agent is optional for domestic LLCs.

Does filing Articles include tax registration?

No. Minnesota Tax ID registration is separate when tax accounts apply.

Official resources

CostSee Minnesota LLC costs in 2026, including state filing fees, recurring fees, registered agent, EIN, taxes, licenses, and common add-on costs.TimeSee Minnesota LLC processing time factors in 2026, including online filing, paper filing, name issues, registered agent mistakes, EIN timing, and next steps.NameLearn how to search a Minnesota LLC name in 2026, check distinguishability, avoid name rejection, and separate legal names from DBAs, domains, and trademarks.Registered AgentUnderstand Minnesota registered agent rules for LLCs in 2026, including who can serve, address requirements, privacy tradeoffs, and when to use a service.AgreementLearn what a Minnesota LLC operating agreement should cover in 2026, why banks and partners ask for it, and how it supports ownership and management.EINLearn when a Minnesota LLC needs an EIN in 2026, how to apply through the IRS for free, and how EIN timing affects banking, payroll, and tax accounts.

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