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Montana LLC Formation: Start a Montana LLC for $35
To form a Montana LLC, you file Articles of Organization with the Montana Secretary of State and pay $35. Each year, you file an annual report by April 15. Right now the state has waived the fee for reports filed on time. We file your LLC and remind you before every deadline.
Montana LLC at a Glance
Montana has one of the lowest filing fees in the country, and it has no general sales tax. Its annual report is due every April 15. The state has waived the fee for reports filed on time, and a late report costs $35.
How to Form a Montana LLC in 5 Steps
- Choose a name. It must include “Limited Liability Company,” “LLC,” “L.L.C.” or a similar ending and be different from names already on file.
- Appoint a registered agent. Montana requires an agent with a physical address in Montana. Owners outside Montana use a registered agent service.
- File Articles of Organization. File online with the Montana Secretary of State and pay $35. You list the LLC name, registered agent and whether members or managers run it.
- Write an operating agreement. Montana does not require you to file it, but banks and payment companies ask for it.
- Get your EIN. It is free from the IRS. We apply for you if you don’t have an SSN.
Montana LLC Cost
These are Montana’s state fees. Our service fee is separate, and we confirm the full price before you pay.
| Item | State cost | When |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $35 | Once, at formation |
| Annual report (on time) | $0 (fee currently waived) | Every year by April 15 |
| Annual report (late) | $35 | After April 15 |
| Sales tax permit | Not needed | Montana has no general sales tax |
| Registered agent | Paid service if you have no Montana address | Every year |
The on-time annual report waiver is a state decision that can change. We check the current fee each year before we file your report.
Montana LLC Annual Report
Every Montana LLC files an annual report with the Secretary of State by April 15. It confirms your address, registered agent and managers. Your first report is due in the year after you form the LLC. If you file late, you pay $35. If you never file, the state can dissolve your LLC.
A Note on Montana LLCs and Vehicles
Many people search for Montana LLCs because of vehicle registration. Rules about where a vehicle must be registered depend on the state where you live, and some states treat this as tax avoidance. We form Montana LLCs for real businesses and do not give legal or tax advice on vehicle registration. Please speak with a licensed professional in your home state.
Is Montana the Right State for Your LLC?
Form in Montana if you live there or run your business there. Its low fees and lack of sales tax make local business simple.
If you live outside the US, Montana can work, but most international founders compare it with Wyoming and New Mexico because those states are more familiar to banks and payment platforms. We help you choose.
How LLCPronto Helps With Your Montana LLC
- Name check and Articles of Organization filing
- Montana registered agent address
- Operating agreement and EIN
- Help opening Mercury, Wise, Payoneer and Stripe accounts
- Annual report reminders before April 15
Need it urgently? Our urgent service costs more, and we tell you the price upfront.
Montana LLC FAQs
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Montana?
The Montana Secretary of State charges $35 to file the Articles of Organization. Your main yearly cost after that is a registered agent.
When is the Montana LLC annual report due?
It is due by April 15 each year. The state has waived the fee for on-time reports, and a late report costs $35.
Does Montana have sales tax?
No. Montana has no general sales tax, so most Montana LLCs do not need a sales tax permit.
Can a non-US resident form a Montana LLC?
Yes. You don’t need to live in the US or have an SSN. You need a Montana registered agent, and we get your EIN for you.
Can I use a Montana LLC to register a vehicle?
Vehicle rules depend on the state where you live, and some states treat this as tax avoidance. We don’t give advice on this. Please ask a licensed professional.
How long does it take to form a Montana LLC?
Online filings are often approved within a few business days. We check the current processing time before we file.
Compare Other States
Sources checked September 2026: Montana SOS business filing fees. State fees can change, so we confirm the current fee before we file.
Ready to Form Your Montana LLC?
Send us your LLC name on WhatsApp. We confirm the full cost, then file your Articles of Organization.