Short answer: $100 to file, about $100 in year one, and about $0 a year after that. Online formation fee
We've pulled these figures from the Idaho Secretary of State's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
First year vs every year after
Year one
$100
Online formation fee
Each year after
$0
Annual report is free
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $100 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $139 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $100 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $299 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How Idaho compares
Idaho's LLC filing fee is $100. That's the 18th lowest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so Idaho comes in $4 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | $100 | 30 of 51 |
| Montana | $35 | 51 of 51 |
| Nevada | $436 | 2 of 51 |
| Washington | $200 | 7 of 51 |
| Oregon | $100 | 30 of 51 |
| Wyoming | $104 | 26 of 51 |
Idaho fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Organization | $100 | $100 online. $20 manual processing surcharge on paper forms, bringing mail-in cost to $120. |
| Annual Report | $0 | annual, Last day of the LLC's formation anniversary month |
| Name reservation (optional) | $20 | 120 days |
| Change of registered agent | $0 | Free online, $20 manual fee if filed on paper |
| Amendment | $30 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $11.5 | |
| Foreign Registration Statement | $100 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| Statement of Dissolution | $0 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 online or $45 on paper | state |
LLC cost and fees: Idaho questions
What is the Idaho LLC filing fee?
$100 for Certificate of Organization. $100 online. $20 manual processing surcharge on paper forms, bringing mail-in cost to $120.
How much does an Idaho LLC cost per year?
About $0 a year in state fees. Annual report is free
Is it cheaper to file an Idaho LLC myself?
Yes, filing directly costs only the state fee. Services add convenience, a registered agent address and reminders. Northwest charges $39 plus the state fee, and Bizee's Basic package is $0 plus the state fee.
How much does expedited filing cost in Idaho?
$40 for 8-hour processing, $100 for same-day service
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.