Question 1

How much does it cost to form an LLC in Utah?

Accepted Answer

The Division of Corporations and Commercial Code lists the fee for a limited liability company (LLC) certificate of organization at $59. An optional expedited processing fee is $75 per filing.

Question 2

How do you form an LLC in Utah?

Accepted Answer

File a certificate of organization online with the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code: log in with a UtahID, choose "Formations" (Domestic), select the business entity type and follow the step-by-step filing flow.

Question 3

What are the LLC name requirements in Utah?

Accepted Answer

A business name can be reserved with the Division of Corporations and Commercial Code; the fee schedule lists Name reservation at $22.

Question 4

Does an LLC have to file an annual report in Utah?

Accepted Answer

All registered business entities, including LLCs, must file an annual report (also called a renewal) to stay active. The fee for a domestic or foreign LLC is $18 (including a $5 surcharge), and the late renewal fee is $10. Renewals are filed online by logging in with a UtahID and choosing "Renewals." An expired LLC can be reinstated for $54, plus $18 for each year the renewal was missed.

Question 5

How do you register a DBA in Utah?

Accepted Answer

An assumed name (DBA) is registered with the Division of Corporations and Commercial Code (online under "Formations" > DBA). Registration costs $22, and a DBA must be renewed like a business entity; the renewal fee is $18. Cancellation or transfer has no charge.

Question 6

How do you get a sales tax permit in Utah?

Accepted Answer

Businesses apply to the Utah State Tax Commission for a sales and use tax license, through the Taxpayer Access Point (TAP). When applying, new businesses estimate their sales and use tax liability and are assigned a filing status.

Question 7

How do you register a foreign LLC in Utah?

Accepted Answer

An out-of-state LLC registers as a foreign LLC online ("Formations" > Foreign). The fee schedule lists foreign registration for a limited liability company (LLC) at $59.

Question 8

How do you dissolve an LLC in Utah?

Accepted Answer

A domestic LLC files a dissolution or termination online ("File On An Existing Business"); the fee schedule lists domestic entity voluntary dissolution/termination as No Charge. A foreign entity withdrawal is also No Charge.

LLC filing fee	The Division of Corporations and Commercial Code lists the fee for a limited liability company (LLC) certificate of organization at $59. An optional expedited processing fee is $75 per filing. Source: Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code, Fiscal Year 2026 Fee Schedule (effective July 1, 2025)
How to file	File a certificate of organization online with the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code: log in with a UtahID, choose "Formations" (Domestic), select the business entity type and follow the step-by-step filing flow. The Division's renewal page says processing times are currently 7-10 business days. Source: Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code, Domestic Limited Liability Company
Name rules and reservation	A business name can be reserved with the Division of Corporations and Commercial Code; the fee schedule lists Name reservation at $22. Source: Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code, Fiscal Year 2026 Fee Schedule

Annual report	All registered business entities, including LLCs, must file an annual report (also called a renewal) to stay active. The fee for a domestic or foreign LLC is $18 (including a $5 surcharge), and the late renewal fee is $10. Renewals are filed online by logging in with a UtahID and choosing "Renewals." An expired LLC can be reinstated for $54, plus $18 for each year the renewal was missed. The annual due date was not stated on the pages reviewed. Source: Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code, Annual Report/Renewal Guide; Fiscal Year 2026 Fee Schedule
Sales tax permit	Businesses apply to the Utah State Tax Commission for a sales and use tax license, through the Taxpayer Access Point (TAP). When applying, new businesses estimate their sales and use tax liability and are assigned a filing status. The page reviewed does not state a license fee. Source: Utah State Tax Commission, Sales and Use Tax
DBA / assumed name	An assumed name (DBA) is registered with the Division of Corporations and Commercial Code (online under "Formations" > DBA). Registration costs $22, and a DBA must be renewed like a business entity; the renewal fee is $18. Cancellation or transfer has no charge. Source: Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code, Fiscal Year 2026 Fee Schedule; Domestic Limited Liability Company page

Registering an out-of-state LLC	An out-of-state LLC registers as a foreign LLC online ("Formations" > Foreign). The fee schedule lists foreign registration for a limited liability company (LLC) at $59. Source: Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code, Fiscal Year 2026 Fee Schedule; Foreign Limited Liability Company page
Closing an LLC	A domestic LLC files a dissolution or termination online ("File On An Existing Business"); the fee schedule lists domestic entity voluntary dissolution/termination as No Charge. A foreign entity withdrawal is also No Charge. Source: Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code, Fiscal Year 2026 Fee Schedule; Domestic Limited Liability Company page

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