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How to start an LLC in Iowa

File a Certificate of Organization with the Iowa Secretary of State and pay $50. Every two years in odd numbered years the LLC files a biennial report and pays $30 online.

The cost

State fees only. Each part is labeled.

Filing fee$50

Paid to the state when you file. Source

State cost at filing$50

The first biennial report is due in the first odd numbered year after the formation year. See what you owe each year.

Filing fee$50
State cost at filing$50

Registered agent fees are not included.

How to file

Form, office and method, from the official instructions.

Form
Certificate of Organization
Source
Filing office
Iowa Secretary of State, Business Services
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Filing method
Online through Fast Track Filing
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Governing law
Iowa Code section 489.201
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Registered agent change
A statement of change of registered office or agent has no fee.
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What you owe each year

Due dates and amounts after the LLC is formed.

Every two yearsApr 1

Biennial report

LLCs file in odd numbered years. The report window runs from January 1 to April 1. The fee is $30 online or $45 on paper.

Source
First reportOdd year

When the first report is due

The first report is due between January 1 and April 1 of the first odd numbered year after the calendar year the LLC was formed.

Source

Sources

Every figure on this page comes from these official pages.

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