Minnesota LLC Cost (2026)

See Minnesota LLC costs in 2026, including state filing fees, recurring fees, registered agent, EIN, taxes, licenses, and common add-on costs.

LLC Route Editorial Team

Reviewed against official state and federal resources.

Updated July 28, 2026

Educational guide, not legal or tax advice.

Minnesota LLC cost depends on filing method. Articles of Organization cost $155 online or in person and $135 by mail. The annual renewal is $0 when filed on time.

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, local agencies, IRS, and qualified professionals.

Most people need this first

If you are trying to decide…	Short answer
Articles of Organization online/in person	$155
Articles of Organization by mail	$135
Annual renewal	$0
Annual renewal deadline	December 31
Registered office	Required
Registered agent	Optional for domestic LLCs
Change registered office and/or agent	$55 online/in person / $35 mail
Name reservation	$55 online/in person / $35 mail
Assumed name	$50 online/in person / $30 mail
EIN	$0 from IRS

For many Minnesota LLCs, the practical order is:

Search name -> confirm registered office -> decide whether to list a registered agent -> file Articles of Organization -> create operating agreement -> get EIN 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

Minnesota LLC cost at a glance

Cost or requirement	Amount	What to know
Articles of Organization	$155 online/in person / $135 mail	Main domestic LLC formation filing
Annual renewal	$0	Due by December 31 each year
Annual reinstatement	$85 online/in person / $65 mail	If inactive and eligible for reinstatement
Name reservation	$55 online/in person / $35 mail	Optional
Assumed name	$50 online/in person / $30 mail	If using another public name
Change registered office and/or agent	$55 online/in person / $35 mail	If office or agent changes
EIN	$0	Free directly from IRS
Minnesota Tax ID	No ordinary state filing fee listed	Required when tax accounts apply
Local or industry licenses	Varies	Depends on city, county, and activity

Formation filing cost

Minnesota Secretary of State lists domestic LLC Articles of Organization at $135 by mail and $155 online or in person. The statute also says a Minnesota LLC is formed when Articles of Organization are filed with the Secretary of State and accompanied by a $135 payment.

The formation fee does not include:

Registered agent service, if you choose to use one
EIN filing help from a private company
Minnesota Tax ID registration
Sales and use tax account
Employer withholding account
UI employer account
Assumed name filing
State or local licenses
Operating agreement

Annual renewal cost

Minnesota’s annual renewal is $0 when filed on time. The renewal is still required. Minnesota law says LLCs must file an annual renewal by December 31 each calendar year beginning in the year after formation.

If the LLC becomes inactive, reinstatement costs money. The current fee schedule lists annual reinstatement at $65 by mail or $85 online/in person.

Cost FAQ

How much does it cost to start a Minnesota LLC?

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

Is Minnesota’s annual renewal really free?

Yes. The annual renewal filing fee is $0 when filed on time.

Is a registered agent required?

For a domestic Minnesota LLC, a registered office is required and a registered agent is optional.

Does the LLC filing include Minnesota Tax ID?

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

Official resources

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.ArticlesLearn 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.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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