How to start an LLC in Indiana
Forming an LLC in Indiana costs $95 and online filings are typically approved in usually within a few business days online. Here's the whole process, step by step.
Filing fee
$95
One-time, paid to the state
Approval time
usually within a few business days online
Typical for online filings
Ongoing fee
$31 every 2 years
What the state charges each year
Fees and processing times change — always confirm the current figures with the Indiana Secretary of State (INBiz) before you file.
The 4 steps in Indiana
Pick a name that works in Indiana
Your name must be distinguishable from other Indiana businesses and include a designator such as “LLC,” “L.L.C.,” or “Limited Liability Company.” Check availability through INBiz before filing.
File the paperwork
You file Articles of Organization with the Indiana Secretary of State through the INBiz portal or by mail. The online filing fee is $95, and online submissions are generally reviewed faster. The filing fee is $95. Also write a simple operating agreement — it's free, and it keeps your liability protection clear.
Get your free EIN
Apply at IRS.gov and get your Employer Identification Number immediately, for free. You'll need it for taxes and your business bank account.
Open a business bank account
Bring your approved Articles of Organization, EIN, and operating agreement. Keeping business money separate is what makes the liability protection hold.
Optional: name a registered agent service
Every Indiana LLC needs a registered agent with a physical address in the state. You can be your own for free — or pay a service to keep your address private. Learn how registered agents work.
Indiana uses a biennial reporting cycle instead of an annual one. That means your Business Entity Report and its $31 online fee come due every two years in your formation anniversary month.
File directly with the Indiana Secretary of State (INBiz).
Common questions about Indiana LLCs
How much does it cost to start an LLC in Indiana?
The Indiana filing fee is $95, paid once when you submit your Articles of Organization. Getting your EIN from the IRS is free, and you can be your own registered agent for free. Ongoing, Indiana charges $31 every 2 years. Fees change over time, so confirm the current amount on the Indiana Secretary of State (INBiz) website before you file.
How long does it take to get an LLC in Indiana?
Online filings are typically approved in usually within a few business days online, though times vary with the state's workload. Mail filings take longer. Check the Indiana Secretary of State (INBiz) website for current processing times.
Do I need a registered agent in Indiana?
Yes — every Indiana LLC must list a registered agent with a physical street address in the state. You can be your own agent for free, or hire a commercial service (roughly $100–$150 a year) to keep your address off the public record.
Does Indiana require an annual report?
Indiana requires a Business Entity Report every two years during your LLC's anniversary month. The online filing fee is currently $31.
Can I form my Indiana LLC myself, without a service?
Yes. Filing directly with the Indiana Secretary of State (INBiz) is straightforward: pick a name, submit the Articles of Organization online, and pay the $95 fee. A formation service is optional convenience, not a requirement.
Where to go next
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