Start an LLC in Illinois

Start a Illinois LLC by filing Articles of Organization with the Illinois Secretary of State for $150. We handle the entire process — no US address or visit required.

Quick Facts

Filing Fee$150
Annual Fee$75/yr
Processing10-15 business days
Annual ReportAnniversary month
Tax NotesPersonal Property Replacement Tax may apply
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Why Form an LLC in Illinois?

Illinois offers a straightforward LLC formation process with clear filing requirements. Filing fee is $150 with an annual report due $75/yr.

How to Start an LLC in Illinois

1

Name Your LLC

Your Illinois LLC name must include 'Limited Liability Company', 'LLC', or 'L.L.C.' Check name availability through the Illinois Secretary of State's online portal. Make sure your name is unique and not already in use by another business.

2

Register Your Domain Name

Register a domain name matching your Illinois LLC to establish your professional online presence. A matching .com domain builds credibility with clients worldwide.

3

Appoint a Registered Agent

Every Illinois LLC must have a registered agent with a physical Illinois address. As a non-US resident you cannot serve as your own registered agent. Corpify US provides registered agent service for $99/year, included free in Standard and Premium packages.

Corpify US Provides Illinois Registered Agent

We provide a compliant Illinois registered agent address for $99/year. Included free in our Standard and Premium LLC packages.

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4

File Articles of Organization

File your Articles of Organization with the Illinois Secretary of State. The state filing fee is $150. Processing takes 10-15 business days. We handle the entire filing process on your behalf.

5

Create an Operating Agreement

Illinois does not require a filed operating agreement but it is strongly recommended. It defines ownership percentages, member rights, profit distribution, and procedures for managing your LLC. Included in our Standard and Premium packages.

6

Get an EIN

Apply for your Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS via Form SS-4. Required to open a US bank account, use Stripe, and comply with federal tax requirements. Included in Standard and Premium packages.

We Handle Your EIN Application

As a non-resident, we apply for your EIN via IRS Form SS-4 using your passport. EIN is included free in our Standard and Premium packages.

7

File Your Annual Report

Keep your LLC in good standing by filing your annual report on time. Illinois requires filing Anniversary month. Corpify US tracks your deadline and files on your behalf for $49 + state fee.

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