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Missouri LLC Articles of Organization (2026)

Learn how to file the Missouri 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.

Missouri calls the main domestic LLC formation filing Articles of Organization. The filing costs $50 online or $105 by paper.

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

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Item Missouri answer
Formation document Articles of Organization
Filing agency Missouri Secretary of State
Online filing fee $50
Paper filing fee $105
Registered agent required? Yes
Management choice required? Yes, member-managed or manager-managed
Annual report Not required for Missouri LLCs
EIN included? No
Tax registration included? No

What the Articles do

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

  • Operating agreement
  • EIN
  • Missouri DOR tax account
  • Sales tax license
  • Vendor’s use tax account
  • Employer withholding account
  • Unemployment tax account
  • Fictitious name registration
  • Local license
  • Professional or industry license

Information to prepare

Missouri statute says LLC Articles of Organization include items such as:

  • LLC legal name
  • Purpose
  • Registered office address
  • Registered agent name
  • Whether the LLC is manager-managed or member-managed
  • Duration or perpetual existence
  • Organizer name and physical business or residence address

After approval

  1. Save the approved Articles of Organization.
  2. Sign the operating agreement.
  3. Get EIN from IRS if needed.
  4. Register Missouri DOR tax accounts if required.
  5. Register unemployment tax account if the LLC becomes liable as an employer.
  6. Check local and industry licenses.
  7. Keep registered agent and registered office information current.

Filing FAQ

How much does Missouri LLC filing cost?

$50 online or $105 by paper for a domestic LLC.

Does Missouri require an LLC annual report?

No. The Secretary of State FAQ says limited liability companies do not have to file an annual report.

Does formation include EIN?

No. EIN is separate and free from IRS.

Official resources

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