Strongest Privacy in the US
Wyoming does not require member or manager names to be listed in the Articles of Organization — or in any public database. Your ownership is completely off the public record.
Wyoming LLC Formation
Start a Wyoming LLC — Maximum Privacy, Zero State Income Tax
Wyoming is the top choice for entrepreneurs who want strong privacy, low annual costs, and no state income tax — especially non-US residents and business owners who don't operate in Wyoming. With member names kept off public records, a $100 filing fee, and just $60/year to maintain, Wyoming offers one of the best LLC structures in the US. Brendat handles everything from filing to EIN to registered agent.
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Why Wyoming
Why So Many Entrepreneurs Choose Wyoming
Wyoming doesn't have the biggest economy — but it has some of the strongest LLC protections in the US. Here's why it's the #1 choice for privacy-focused owners and non-residents.
No State Income Tax
Wyoming has no personal or corporate state income tax. For LLC owners taxed as pass-throughs, this means your Wyoming LLC earnings are not subject to any Wyoming state tax.
Top Choice for Non-US Residents
No US citizenship or residency required. Wyoming is the #1 state for international entrepreneurs forming a US LLC for e-commerce, Amazon FBA, or remote businesses.
Strong Asset Protection
Wyoming has some of the strongest charging order protections in the US — making it harder for creditors to seize your LLC interest even in a lawsuit.
Low Annual Cost
Wyoming's annual report fee starts at just $60/year — much cheaper than Delaware ($300), Nevada ($350), or California ($800 franchise tax).
Flexible Structure
Wyoming's LLC Act is one of the most flexible in the US — allowing single-member, multi-member, series LLCs, and maximum freedom in operating agreement design.
Step-by-step guide
How to Form an LLC in Wyoming
Six simple steps — Brendat handles the filing so you can focus on your business.
1
Choose a Name for Your Wyoming LLC
Your Wyoming LLC name must be unique among all businesses registered with the Wyoming Secretary of State and must include a required designator.
Wyoming Naming Rules:
- Must include: "Limited Liability Company," "LLC," or "L.L.C."
- Cannot use: Words implying a government agency (e.g., "FBI," "State")
- Restricted words: "Bank," "Insurance," "University" require additional approval
- Must be distinguishable: From all existing Wyoming business names on the SOS database
Name Reservation Available
You can reserve your Wyoming LLC name for 120 days with the Wyoming SOS for $50. Brendat checks name availability before filing your Articles of Organization.
2
Appoint a Wyoming Registered Agent
Every Wyoming LLC must designate a registered agent with a physical Wyoming street address — available during business hours to receive legal documents and state notices. Since most Wyoming LLC owners don't live in Wyoming, a professional registered agent is the standard choice.
Who can be your registered agent?
- A Wyoming resident: Must have a physical WY address and be available during business hours
- A professional service: Like Brendat — the most common option for out-of-state and non-US owners
Brendat provides registered agent service in Wyoming
Our Wyoming address is on your Articles of Organization — keeping your personal address completely private. Included in Standard and Premium packages.
3
File Articles of Organization with the Wyoming Secretary of State
The Articles of Organization officially creates your Wyoming LLC. You file it with the Wyoming Secretary of State — online or by mail. Wyoming's Articles of Organization does not require member or manager names in the filing.
|
Method |
Fee |
Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
|
Online via Wyoming SOS |
$100 |
~5 business days |
|
By Mail |
$100 |
15–20 business days |
|
Expedited |
$100 + $100 |
~2 business days |
Privacy from day one
Wyoming's Articles of Organization only requires the LLC name, registered agent, and organizer's signature. Member names, addresses, and ownership percentages are NOT required in any public filing — making Wyoming the most private LLC state in the US.
4
Create an Operating Agreement
Wyoming does not legally require an operating agreement, but it is strongly recommended — especially since Wyoming's LLC Act gives maximum flexibility in how you structure your agreement. For anonymous LLCs, a well-drafted operating agreement is essential for protecting your privacy and ownership rights.
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 Wyoming operating agreement with your formation documents — ready to sign on day one.
5
Get Your EIN (Employer Identification Number)
An EIN is your LLC's federal tax ID — required to open a US 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 US business bank account after your EIN
With your EIN and approved Articles of Organization, you can open a US business bank account — a key reason why international entrepreneurs form Wyoming LLCs.
6
File Your Wyoming Annual Report
Wyoming LLCs must file an annual report every year with the Wyoming Secretary of State. The fee is based on your LLC's assets located in Wyoming — with a minimum of $60 per year.
- Annual report fee: $60 minimum (or 0.0002% of Wyoming assets if higher)
- Due date: First day of your LLC's anniversary month each year
- Filing: Online via Wyoming SOS
- Late penalty: $50 late fee after the due date
- Dissolution risk: LLCs that don't file are eventually dissolved
Most Wyoming LLCs pay just $60/year
For LLCs with no assets physically located in Wyoming (which covers most non-resident-owned LLCs), the annual report fee is the flat $60 minimum — making Wyoming one of the most affordable states to maintain an LLC year after year.
Transparent pricing
How Much Does a Wyoming LLC Cost?
Full breakdown of every cost — no surprises.
State Filing Fee
$100
One-time fee paid to the Wyoming Secretary of State to file your Articles of Organization
Annual Report Fee
$60/yr
Minimum fee. Most non-resident-owned Wyoming LLCs pay exactly $60/year — due in your formation month
State Income Tax
$0
Wyoming has no personal or corporate state income tax — a major advantage for LLC owners
Registered Agent
$0
Included in Brendat Standard & Premium packages. Wyoming agent is required — especially for non-residents
EIN (Federal Tax ID)
$0
Free from the IRS. Included in Brendat Standard & Premium packages
Operating Agreement
$0
Included in Brendat Standard & Premium packages. Strongly recommended for all Wyoming LLCs
Total with Brendat Standard Plan
$149 + $100 state fee
$149 Brendat + $100 Wyoming state fee · Annual report just $60/year starting year 2
Choose your plan
Wyoming LLC Formation Packages
All packages include accurate, state-specific filing. Pick what fits your needs.
Basic
$0
Brendat service fee
+ $100 Wyoming state fee
Get Started Free- Articles of Organization filed
- Name availability check
- Email support
- Digital copy of filed documents
Standard
$149
Brendat service fee
+ $100 Wyoming state fee
Start for $149 →- Everything in Basic
- EIN / Federal Tax ID
- Operating Agreement
- Registered Agent (1 year)
- Annual report reminders
- Priority processing
Premium
$299
Brendat service fee
+ $100 Wyoming state fee
Get Premium- Everything in Standard
- Business bank account setup
- Compliance calendar & reminders
- Annual report filing (year 1)
- Dedicated account manager
- Phone & priority support
State Comparison
Wyoming vs Other Popular LLC States
How does Wyoming compare to Delaware, Nevada, and New Mexico?
| Feature | Wyoming | Delaware | Nevada | New Mexico |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Filing Fee | $100 | $90 | $75 | $50 |
| Annual Cost | $60/yr | $300/yr | $350/yr | $0/yr |
| State Income Tax | None | None | None | None |
| Privacy (Members Public?) | No | No | No | No |
| Asset Protection | Very Strong | Strong | Strong | Moderate |
| Investor Preferred | No | Yes | No | No |
| Best For | Privacy, low cost, non-residents | Startups, investors | Privacy, no tax | Zero annual cost |
Important: Foreign LLC Still Required if You Operate in Another State
A Wyoming LLC is great for businesses with no physical US presence. But if you operate in California, New York, or another state, you'll still need to register as a foreign LLC there — paying both states' fees. Wyoming is ideal for online businesses, e-commerce, Amazon FBA, and holding companies.
Why choose us
Why 10,000+ Entrepreneurs Choose Brendat
Fast Filing
We submit your Wyoming Articles of Organization within 1 business day. Standard processing ~5 business days — expedited to ~2 days for an extra $100.
100% Accuracy Guarantee
Every filing is reviewed before submission. If Wyoming SOS rejects your documents due to our error, we fix it at no charge.
Maximum Privacy
Only our Wyoming registered agent address appears on your public filing — your name, home address, and ownership percentage stay completely off the record.
Annual Report Reminders
Wyoming's annual report is due in your LLC's anniversary month. We send reminders in advance so you never miss the deadline and avoid the $50 late fee.
Non-US Residents Welcome
No citizenship or residency required. We're experts at helping international entrepreneurs form Wyoming LLCs and obtain EINs without a US SSN.
Real Support
Reach our team at (303) 246-8693 or by email. Plain English answers — no jargon, no runaround.
Our reviews
What Our Wyoming LLC Customers Say
Klaus B.
Amazon FBA LLC, Germany
"I'm based in Germany and needed a US LLC for my Amazon FBA business. Brendat set up my Wyoming LLC in under a week — EIN, registered agent, the lot. Couldn't be easier!"
Angela R.
Holding LLC, Miami FL
"I chose Wyoming specifically for the privacy — I didn't want my name on any public document. Brendat's registered agent service means my address is nowhere to be found. Perfect."
Marcus L.
E-commerce LLC, Toronto Canada
"At $60/year to maintain, Wyoming is unbeatable for cost. Brendat set everything up quickly and reminded me about my annual report. Will use them for every LLC I form."
Common questions
Wyoming LLC — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about forming and maintaining a Wyoming LLC.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Wyoming?
The Wyoming state filing fee is $100. 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 $249. The annual report fee starts at $60/year from year 2 — one of the lowest in the US.
Is a Wyoming LLC really anonymous?
Wyoming offers the strongest privacy of any US state for LLCs. Member and manager names are not required in the Articles of Organization or any other public filing. Only your registered agent's name and address appear on record. Note that your identity may still be required by banks, the IRS, or if you register as a foreign LLC in another state — but from Wyoming's public records, your ownership is completely private.
Can a non-US resident form a Wyoming LLC?
Yes — Wyoming is the #1 choice for non-US residents forming a US LLC. There is no citizenship or residency requirement. You need a Wyoming registered agent (Brendat provides this). For your EIN, non-residents apply by fax using IRS Form SS-4 — Brendat assists with this. Once formed, you can open a US business bank account and accept US payments.
Does Wyoming have a state income tax?
No — Wyoming has no personal or corporate state income tax. For LLC owners taxed as pass-through entities (single-member or multi-member LLCs), there is no Wyoming state tax on your LLC's income. This makes Wyoming one of the most tax-friendly states in the US.
Wyoming LLC vs Delaware LLC — which is better?
Choose Wyoming if your priorities are privacy, low annual cost, and no state income tax — especially for non-residents, e-commerce, Amazon FBA, or holding companies. Choose Delaware if you plan to raise venture capital or investment funding, or need the credibility of Delaware's Court of Chancery. Delaware costs $300/year vs Wyoming's $60/year. Neither requires you to live there.
What is Wyoming's annual report fee?
Wyoming's annual report fee is $60 minimum per year (or 0.0002% of Wyoming assets if higher). Most non-resident-owned Wyoming LLCs — with no physical assets in Wyoming — pay the flat $60 minimum. It is due on the first day of your LLC's anniversary month each year. A $50 late fee applies if not filed on time.
Do I need to live in Wyoming to have a Wyoming LLC?
No — the vast majority of Wyoming LLC owners do not live in Wyoming or even in the US. You simply need a Wyoming registered agent with a physical Wyoming address (which Brendat provides). You can manage your Wyoming LLC from anywhere in the world.
Ready to Start Your Wyoming LLC?
Maximum privacy, no state income tax, and just $60/year to maintain. Brendat handles your Articles of Organization, EIN, registered agent, and annual report reminders.
Form My Wyoming LLC
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