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How to start an LLC in Arkansas

File a Certificate of Organization with the Arkansas Secretary of State and pay $45 online or $50 on paper. Each year the LLC pays a $150 franchise tax.

The cost

State fees only. Each part is labeled.

Online filing fee$45

Paid to the state when you file. Source

State cost at filing$45

The first franchise tax is due the year after the LLC is formed. See what you owe each year.

Filing fee, online$45
State cost at filing$45

Registered agent fees are not included.

How to file

Form, office and method, from the official instructions.

Form
Form LL-01, Certificate of Organization for a Domestic Limited Liability Company
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Filing office
Arkansas Secretary of State, Business and Commercial Services
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Filing method
Online or on paper
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Paper fee
$50 on paper. The $45 fee is for online filing.
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Registered agent
Required. The Certificate of Organization names the registered agent.
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What you owe each year

Due dates and amounts after the LLC is formed.

First reportMay 1

Franchise tax report

Franchise taxes are due by May 1 of the year following formation of the LLC.

Source
Every year$150

LLC franchise tax

The Secretary of State lists $150 for an LLC or PLLC.

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Sources

Every figure on this page comes from these official pages.

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