Forming an LLC in Hawaii costs $50 to file Articles of Organization (Form LLC-1) with the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, or $75 to expedite. Every Hawaii LLC must name a registered agent with a physical street address in the state. An annual report costs $12.50 online, and selling in Hawaii requires a General Excise Tax license costing $20. No US citizenship or residency is required to own one.
Forming an LLC in Connecticut costs $120 to file a Certificate of Organization with the Connecticut Secretary of State, and filings clear in 2 to 3 business days. Every Connecticut LLC must name a registered agent with a physical street address in the state. An annual report is due between January 1 and March 31 for $80. No US citizenship or residency is required to own one.
Forming an LLC in Arizona costs $50 to file Articles of Organization with the Arizona Corporation Commission, with 5 to 10 business days standard processing or 1 to 2 days for an extra $35. Arizona requires no annual report, which makes it one of the cheapest states to maintain. Every Arizona LLC must name a statutory agent in the state. Sales are subject to Transaction Privilege Tax. No US citizenship or residency is required to own one.
Forming an LLC in Alaska costs $250 to file Articles of Organization with the Alaska Division of Corporations, and online filings are approved immediately. Every Alaska LLC must name a registered agent with a physical street address in the state. A biennial report is due January 2 for $100. Alaska charges no state income tax and no state sales tax. No US citizenship or residency is required to own one.
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