Indiana LLC Formation

Start an LLC in Indiana — $95 State Fee, 3.05% Flat Income Tax

Indiana is one of the most affordable and business-friendly states in the Midwest — with a flat 3.05% state income tax rate (one of the lowest in the US), a reasonable $95 filing fee, and just $32 every two years for your biennial report. Home to Indianapolis's growing tech and logistics sectors, Indiana offers entrepreneurs low costs, fast processing, and a straightforward LLC formation process. Brendat handles everything from filing to EIN to registered agent.

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Step-by-step guide

How to Form an LLC in Indiana

Six clear steps — low costs, no publication requirement, biennial report every 2 years. Brendat handles the filing while you focus on your business.

Choose a Name for Your Indiana LLC

Your Indiana LLC name must be unique among all businesses registered with the Indiana Secretary of State and must include a required designator.

Indiana Naming Rules:

Must include: "Limited Liability Company," "LLC," or "L.L.C."
Cannot use: Words implying a government agency (e.g., "FBI," "State Department")
Restricted words: "Bank," "Insurance," "University" require additional approval
Must be distinguishable: From all existing Indiana business names in the SOS database

Name Reservation Available

You can reserve your Indiana LLC name for 120 days with the Indiana SOS for $20. Brendat checks name availability before filing your Articles of Organization.

Appoint an Indiana Registered Agent

Every Indiana LLC must designate a registered agent — an individual or company with a physical Indiana street address — to receive legal documents and official state notices during business hours.

Who can be your registered agent?

Yourself: Must have a physical Indiana address and be available during business hours
A trusted individual: Any Indiana resident with a physical address
A professional service: Like Brendat — keeps your personal address off public records

Brendat provides registered agent service in Indiana

Our Indiana address is listed on your Articles of Organization. Included in Standard and Premium packages.

File Articles of Organization with the Indiana Secretary of State

The Articles of Organization officially creates your Indiana LLC. You file it with the Indiana Secretary of State — online via the INBiz portal or by mail.

Method	Fee	Processing Time
Online via INBiz	$95	3–5 business days
By Mail	$95	4–6 weeks
Expedited (next day)	$95 + $50	Next business day

No publication requirement in Indiana

Indiana does not require LLCs to publish a formation notice in any newspaper. Once your Articles of Organization are approved, your LLC is fully formed — no extra steps needed.

Create an Operating Agreement

Indiana does not legally require an operating agreement, but it is strongly recommended for all Indiana LLCs. It establishes ownership, profit sharing, and management rules and protects your liability shield.

Your operating agreement should cover:

Ownership structure: Each member's percentage and capital contribution
Profit distribution: How and when profits are divided
Management: Who makes decisions and how voting works
Member changes: Process for adding or removing members
Dissolution: Steps to close the LLC if needed

Included in Brendat Standard and Premium

Brendat provides a professionally drafted Indiana operating agreement with your formation documents.

Get Your EIN (Employer Identification Number)

An EIN is your LLC's federal tax ID — required to open a business bank account, hire employees, and file taxes. You apply through the IRS for free.

US residents: Apply free online at IRS.gov — instant approval
Non-US residents: Apply by fax using IRS Form SS-4 — 4–6 weeks
Brendat handles this: Included in Standard and Premium packages

Open a business bank account right after

With your EIN and approved Articles of Organization, open a dedicated Indiana business bank account to keep personal and business finances separate.

File Your Indiana Biennial Report

Indiana LLCs must file a biennial report every two years with the Indiana Secretary of State. At just $32 every two years, Indiana has one of the lowest ongoing LLC maintenance costs in the Midwest.

Biennial report fee: $32 every 2 years
Due date: By the last day of the anniversary month every 2 years
Filing: Online via Indiana INBiz portal
Late penalty: $10 late fee + potential loss of good standing

$32 every 2 years — some of the lowest LLC maintenance costs in the US

Indiana's biennial report averages just $16/year in maintenance cost. Combined with the 3.05% flat income tax, Indiana is one of the most cost-effective states for long-term LLC ownership in the Midwest.

Transparent pricing

How Much Does an Indiana LLC Cost?

One of the most affordable states — low filing fee, low biennial report, low income tax.

State Filing Fee

$95

One-time fee paid to the Indiana Secretary of State to file your Articles of Organization

Biennial Report Fee

$32

Filed every 2 years — just $16/year average. Due by the last day of your anniversary month every 2 years

State Income Tax

3.05%

Flat rate — one of the lowest personal income tax rates in the US for LLC pass-through income

Registered Agent

Included in Brendat Standard & Premium packages. Every Indiana LLC must maintain a registered agent

EIN (Federal Tax ID)

Free from the IRS. Included in Brendat Standard & Premium packages

Publication Requirement

No newspaper publication requirement in Indiana

Total with Brendat Standard Plan

$149 + $95 state fee

$149 Brendat + $95 Indiana state fee · Biennial report just $32 every 2 years from year 2

Choose your plan

Indiana LLC Formation Packages

All packages include accurate, state-specific filing. Pick what fits your needs.

Basic

Brendat service fee

+ $95 Indiana state fee

Get Started Free

Articles of Organization filed
Name availability check
Email support
Digital copy of filed documents

Standard

$149

Brendat service fee

+ $95 Indiana state fee

Start for $149 →

Everything in Basic
EIN / Federal Tax ID
Operating Agreement
Registered Agent (1 year)
Biennial report reminders
Priority processing

Premium

$299

Brendat service fee

+ $95 Indiana state fee

Get Premium

Everything in Standard
Business bank account setup
Compliance calendar & reminders
Biennial report filing (first filing)
Dedicated account manager
Phone & priority support

State Comparison

Is Indiana the Right State for Your LLC?

Indiana is best if you live or operate there. Here's how it compares to neighboring Midwest states.

Feature	Indiana	Ohio	Illinois	Michigan
State Filing Fee	$95	$99	$150	$50
Annual/Biennial Report	$32/2 yrs	$0 biennial	varies	$25/yr
State Income Tax	3.05% flat	2.75%–3.5%	4.95% flat	4.25% flat
Publication Required	None	None	None	None
Processing Time	3–5 days	3–5 days	~10 days	~10 days
Best For	IN businesses	OH businesses	IL businesses	MI businesses

Indiana's 3.05% income tax — lowest flat rate in the Midwest

Indiana's 3.05% flat income tax is the lowest flat personal income tax rate among all Midwest states. For LLC owners with significant pass-through income, this can mean meaningful savings compared to Illinois (4.95%) or Michigan (4.25%).

Why choose us

Why 10,000+ Entrepreneurs Choose Brendat

Fast Filing

We submit your Indiana Articles of Organization within 1 business day of your order. Standard processing takes 3–5 business days — next-day expedited available for $50 extra.

100% Accuracy Guarantee

Every filing is reviewed before submission. If the Indiana SOS rejects your documents due to our error, we fix it at no charge.

Privacy First

Your home address stays off the public record. We list our Indiana registered agent address on all your formation documents.

Biennial Report Reminders

Indiana's $32 biennial report is easy to forget since it's only every 2 years. We track your anniversary month and send reminders so you never miss it.

Non-US Residents Welcome

No citizenship or US residency required. We assist international entrepreneurs with the full process including EIN filing.

Real Support

Reach our team at (303) 246-8693 or by email. Plain English answers — no jargon, no runaround.

Our reviews

What Our Indiana LLC Customers Say

Kevin B.

Consulting LLC, Indianapolis IN

"Indiana's 3.05% income tax was the main reason I chose it for my LLC. Brendat made the process super easy and had my approval in under a week. Great value!"

Rachel H.

E-commerce LLC, Fort Wayne IN

"Only $32 every two years to maintain my LLC? I couldn't believe how cheap it was. Brendat set everything up smoothly and reminded me about the biennial report."

Derek L.

Tech LLC, South Bend IN

"I was comparing states and Indiana won on both the income tax rate and the annual costs. Brendat handled everything professionally and got my LLC live fast!"

Common questions

Indiana LLC — Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about forming and running an LLC in Indiana.

Still have questions?

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

The Indiana state filing fee is $95. Brendat's service starts at $0 (Basic) or $149 (Standard, which includes EIN, operating agreement, and registered agent). Total first-year cost with Standard is $244. Indiana's biennial report is just $32 every 2 years — averaging only $16/year in ongoing state costs.

What is Indiana's biennial report for LLCs?

Indiana LLCs file a biennial report every 2 years — not every year. The fee is $32 and it is due by the last day of your LLC's anniversary month every 2 years. A $10 late fee applies if missed. At $32 every 2 years, Indiana has one of the lowest LLC maintenance costs in the Midwest. Brendat tracks your 2-year cycle and sends reminders.

What is Indiana's income tax rate for LLCs?

Indiana has a flat 3.05% personal income tax rate — one of the lowest flat income tax rates in the entire US and the lowest among all Midwest states. For single-member LLCs and multi-member LLCs taxed as pass-throughs, income flows to members' personal returns at this flat 3.05% rate. Indiana has been steadily reducing its income tax rate in recent years.

How long does it take to form an LLC in Indiana?

Standard online processing with the Indiana Secretary of State takes approximately 3–5 business days. Next-day expedited processing is available for an additional $50. Mail filings take 4–6 weeks. Brendat submits your Articles of Organization within 1 business day of your order.

Does Indiana have a publication requirement for LLCs?

No. Indiana does not require LLCs to publish a formation notice in any newspaper. Once your Articles of Organization are approved by the Indiana Secretary of State, your LLC is fully formed with no additional steps.

Can a non-US resident form an Indiana LLC?

Yes. There is no US citizenship or residency requirement to form an Indiana LLC. Non-residents need a registered agent with a physical Indiana address (Brendat provides this). For your EIN, non-residents must apply by fax using IRS Form SS-4. Brendat assists with this process.

Ready to Start Your Indiana LLC?

3.05% flat income tax, $32 biennial report, no publication requirement. Brendat handles your Articles of Organization, EIN, registered agent, and biennial report reminders.

Form My Indiana LLC

$149 + $95 IN fee · 3.05% flat tax · 100% accuracy guarantee