How to Form an LLC in Vermont Yourself (2026 Costs and Steps)

Last verified against official Vermont sources on 2026-09-15.

State filing fee

$155

Form

Articles of Organization

Filed with

Vermont Secretary of State, Business Services Division

Processing time

Published by the state: see the guide below

Annual report

$45 (annual)

State LLC tax

$250 (Business Entity Income Tax (minimum tax))

Be your own registered agent

Yes, if you meet the rules below

Official Vermont filing page (opens in a new tab)

Quick answer

Filing your LLC in Vermont costs $155 through the Vermont Secretary of State, Business Services Division. You can file online with the Secretary of State. Online filing normally takes less than 1 business day; allow 7-10 business days for filings received by mail (as listed on the Vermont Secretary of State's website on September 15, 2026).

Step 1: Check that your LLC name is available

Search the Vermont Secretary of State's business name records before filing to ensure your desired name is available.

Step 2: Choose a registered agent

You may serve as your own registered agent if you are an individual with a street and mailing address in Vermont. A business entity may also serve as the agent, provided it is not the LLC itself.

Step 3: File your Articles of Organization

Submit your Articles of Organization to the Vermont Secretary of State, Business Services Division. The filing fee is $155 whether you file online or by mail. You can file online with the Secretary of State.

Step 4: Create an operating agreement

Create an operating agreement to outline ownership structure, member roles, voting rights, and procedures for what happens if a member leaves.

Step 5: Get your EIN from the IRS

Get your Employer Identification Number from the IRS at no cost. Visit https://www.irs.gov/ein to apply.

Step 6: Keep your LLC in good standing

File an Annual Report with the Vermont Secretary of State, Business Services Division each year. The fee is $45. It is due within three months after the end of the LLC's fiscal year on record. File it online through the Online Business Service Center to renew the business registration each fiscal year.

You may also owe a Business Entity Income Tax (minimum tax) to the Vermont Department of Taxes. This applies to LLCs taxed as partnerships or S corporations, which is the default for a multi-member LLC. A single-member LLC disregarded for federal tax purposes is not in the list of entities the tax applies to. The amount is generally a minimum tax of $250. It is due with the business income tax return (Form BI-471 or BI-476), on the date established for filing under the Internal Revenue Code.

Three ways to get it done

State fees are always extra and go straight to the state.

Free

Do it yourself

Follow this guide in Vermont. Every fee and form comes from the state’s own pages.

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$249 + state fees

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This is general information, not legal or tax advice. For advice about your situation, talk to a licensed attorney or CPA.

Frequently asked questions

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

The total state cost to file online is $155, which is the filing fee.

When is the annual report due?

The Annual Report is due within three months after the end of the LLC's fiscal year on record.

Do I have to pay a franchise tax in Vermont?

LLCs taxed as partnerships or S corporations (the default for a multi-member LLC) generally owe a minimum tax of $250 as a Business Entity Income Tax. A single-member LLC disregarded for federal tax purposes is not in the list of entities the Vermont Department of Taxes says the tax applies to.

Can I file my annual report online?

Yes, you can file the Annual Report online through the Online Business Service Center.