start an llc in Arizona

How to Start an LLC in Arizona

To start an LLC in Arizona, you must file Articles of Organization with the Arizona Corporation Commission.

• Cost: $50

• Approval Time: 14–16 business days
  
  

 Steps to Start an Arizona LLC

• Choose an LLC Name

• Select a Registered Agent

• File Articles of Organization

• Complete the LLC Publication Requirement

• Create an Operating Agreement

• Get an EIN from the IRS

You can form your LLC yourself by following our free step-by-step guide below.

Or, if you’d rather have a professional do it for you, we recommend RAINC.

How Much Does It Cost to Start an LLC in Arizona?

• $50 to file your Articles of Organization (one-time)

How Long Does It Take to Get an LLC in Arizona?

• Online or by mail: Approval takes 14–16 business days
  (Mail filings may also be delayed by shipping time)

Arizona LLC Publication Requirement

Arizona is one of only three states that requires LLCs to publish a notice in a newspaper after formation.

What’s Required?

You must run an ad about your LLC in a newspaper for 3 consecutive publications (typically over 1–2 weeks).

How Much Does It Cost?

• Average cost: $60–$120
  (Contact local newspapers to compare rates)
  
  

Where Should I Publish the Ad?

The ad must be published in a newspaper located in the same county as your Statutory Agent’s address.

Important Exception:
If your LLC’s Statutory Agent address is in Maricopa County or Pima County, you do not need to publish a newspaper ad.