Cost for Forming an LLC in Wyoming For Non-US Residents | 2026 Fee Breakdown

For U.S. residents and international founders alike, the cost to form an LLC in Wyoming is the same regardless of where in the world you’re based. It costs $100 to file your Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State, or about $102–$104 if you file online, once the state’s card-processing fee is added.

For non-US founders, the total cost includes more than just a state fee: a US-based registered agent, a US mailing address, and an EIN and US bank account, both of which require extra steps without a Social Security Number. Most international founders budget $150–$360 for a realistic first year in business.

This guide covers every LLC formation fee in Wyoming, required state costs, optional add-ons, and what a full-service formation package includes, so you know exactly what you’re paying for and why.

Wyoming LLC Filing Fee

The Wyoming LLC filing fee is $100, paid to the Secretary of State when you submit your Articles of Organization, the document that legally creates your LLC.

Filing method	Cost
By mail (check or money order)	$100 flat
Online	$100 + 2.4% card-processing fee (minimum $1)

That 2.4% card fee is why online cost estimates vary slightly across sources, you’ll often see it rounded to $102, $103, or $104, but there’s no separate “online surcharge” beyond the standard payment-processor percentage. Budget roughly $102–$104 if you’re filing online.

Series LLC note: Wyoming allows Series LLCs, where a parent LLC can register any number of “child” series under it. The parent costs the standard $100; each additional child series costs just $10 to register. This is a distinctive, lower-cost option compared to forming separate standalone LLCs, and it’s worth knowing if you’re planning to hold multiple properties or business lines under one structure.

Wyoming LLC Annual Report Fee

Every Wyoming LLC must file an annual report (also called a license tax) to stay in good standing. The fee is the greater of $60 or $0.0002 per dollar of Wyoming-based assets, as set out in W.S. § 17-29-209.

For the vast majority of small businesses, anyone with $300,000 or less in Wyoming-located assets, the fee is simply the $60 minimum. That $300,000 figure isn’t arbitrary: it’s the mathematical break-even point where $60 ÷ $0.0002 = $300,000. Above that threshold, you’ll owe $0.0002 for every dollar of Wyoming assets instead.

For example, an LLC with $500,000 in Wyoming-based assets would pay $100 ($500,000 × 0.0002).

Key details:

• Due date: The first day of your LLC’s anniversary month, every year (e.g., formed June 15 → due June 1 each following year).
• Late fee: A $25 late fee applies after the due date.
• Dissolution risk: If the report isn’t filed within 60 days of becoming delinquent, the state can administratively dissolve your LLC.
• Online vs. mail: A small card-processing convenience fee applies for online payment, same as with formation.

Wyoming Registered Agent Fee

Every Wyoming LLC is legally required to have a registered agent; a person or company with a physical Wyoming street address, available during business hours, to receive legal documents (service of process) on your LLC’s behalf.

For a non-US founder, this isn’t optional in any practical sense: you need someone with an actual US address, since you can’t serve as your own registered agent from overseas.

• Hire a professional registered agent service: Pricing across the industry typically ranges from $25 to $125 per year, depending on what’s bundled in.

At Foundery USA, our Launch package covers this and far more for $199 + state fees (regularly $299). Rather than charging separately for a registered agent, it bundles the full formation process into one flat price:

• LLC filed in 2–3 business days
• Registered agent service (1 year)
• Shared US business address (1 year) + mail forwarding
• Operating agreement
• EIN application
• Limited Mail Forwarding
• Remote US bank account assistance
• 1-year access to the Foundery USA dashboard (compliance reminders, document storage, ongoing support)

EIN for Non-US founders

If you’re a non-US founder without an SSN or ITIN, you generally can’t use the IRS’s online EIN application. Instead, you’ll need to apply using Form SS-4 by fax or mail.

There is no IRS fee to obtain an EIN, whether you apply yourself or use a service. The main difference is the EIN application process: international founders typically need to complete Form SS-4 and wait for the IRS to process the application, which can take several weeks rather than being issued immediately online.

For founders outside the U.S., this is one of the additional steps involved in setting up a U.S. LLC. If you prefer not to handle the IRS application yourself, EIN application support is included with Foundery USA’s Launch package.

Wyoming Certificate of Good Standing

A Certificate of Good Standing confirms your LLC is current on its filings and fees with the state. For non-US founders, this document is often specifically requested by foreign banks or partners who want independent verification that a US entity is real and active, since they can’t easily check US state records themselves.

• Online: Free and available instantly through the Secretary of State’s Business Center at wyobiz.wyo.gov.
• Certified paper copy: $10, ordered by mail, in person, fax, or email.

As it’s free to obtain online, there’s rarely a reason to pay for the certified paper version unless a specific institution requires the physical, notarized copy.

Optional LLC Costs in Wyoming

Beyond the required fees, a few optional filings come up depending on your situation:

Optional item	Cost	Why you might need it
File Name Reservation	$60 (120-day hold)	Lock in your LLC name before you’re ready to file
DBA / Trade Name Registration	$100	Operate under a name different from your LLC’s legal name
Certified Copies of Documents	$10 (≤10 pages); $15 + $0.15/page beyond	Bank account opening, record-keeping

Note: None of these are required for most LLCs, they only apply if your specific situation calls for them.

Business License Fees in Wyoming

• Sales and Use Tax License: $60, one-time fee, required if your LLC will collect sales tax from customers. Apply online through Wyoming’s Internet Filing System for Business.
• Professional licensing: If your business is in a regulated field (law, medicine, accounting, cosmetology, engineering, etc.), you’ll need a license from the relevant state board. Fees vary significantly by profession.
• Local business licenses: Set by individual counties and municipalities. For example, the Town of Jackson charges $118 for businesses with 1–10 employees, scaling up with employee count. Contact your county clerk’s office to confirm what applies to your location.

Federal Tax Filings For Non-US Founders

Wyoming charges no state corporate or personal income tax, but that doesn’t eliminate your federal obligations. A single-member Wyoming LLC owned by a non-US person is typically treated as a “disregarded entity” for tax purposes, but the IRS still requires it to file Form 5472 alongside a pro-forma Form 1120 every year. This filing is due even if the LLC had zero revenue, zero activity, and owes zero US tax. The deadline is April 15, extendable to October 15 via Form 7004.

The current penalty rules state that failure to properly file Form 5472 can result in a $25,000 penalty. If the failure continues for more than 90 days after IRS notification, an additional $25,000 penalty may apply for each 30-day period, or part of a 30-day period, during which the failure continues.

That’s separate from whether you actually owe U.S. income tax. For a non-US founder, that generally depends on factors such as whether the business is “Engaged in a Trade or Business in the United States” (ETBUS) and whether it has effectively connected income (ECI). In other words, forming the LLC in Wyoming does not by itself make your income U.S.-taxable, but operating a business in the U.S. can create U.S. tax liability regardless of where the LLC is registered.

Total Cost to Start a Wyoming LLC

Here’s how the required state fees compare to a bundled formation package:

Cost item	State fee alone	Foundery USA Launch
Articles of Organization	$100	Included
Registered agent (Year 1)	Separate cost	Included
Business address + mail forwarding	Not applicable	Included
Operating agreement	Not applicable	Included
EIN application	Free (DIY via IRS)	Included
Total Year 1	$100 (+ separate registered agent cost)	$199 + state fees

Ongoing (Year 2+): Every Wyoming LLC owes the $60 minimum annual report to the state each year, regardless of who filed the LLC. On top of that, non-US founders should budget for the annual Form 5472/1120 federal filing mentioned above. If you’d rather not track deadlines and handle this paperwork from overseas yourself, Foundery USA’s Grow package ($350 + state fees) covers state tax filing, IRS filing/reporting, registered agent address, compliance alerts, and priority support for your convenience.

Cost to Register a Foreign LLC in Wyoming

If your LLC was formed in another U.S. state and you want to conduct business in Wyoming, you generally need to register it as a foreign LLC rather than create a second Wyoming LLC.

Wyoming charges a $150 state filing fee for a foreign LLC’s Certificate of Authority, as set out in W.S. § 17-29-210. This is higher than the $100 fee for forming a new Wyoming LLC because you’re registering an existing business entity to operate in the state.

Wyoming currently accepts foreign LLC registrations by mail or in person; online filing is not available for this filing type. After registering, your foreign LLC must maintain a registered agent with a physical Wyoming address. You may also need state and local business licenses before operating.

FAQs

1. Can a non-US resident form an LLC in Wyoming?

Yes. Wyoming does not require LLC owners or managers to be US citizens or residents, and there’s no requirement to visit the state or the country. You’ll need a Wyoming registered agent with a physical address, since you can’t serve as your own from overseas.

2. How much does it cost to form an LLC in Wyoming?

The state filing fee is $100 by mail or roughly $102–$104 when filed online after the card-processing fee. Most people budget $199–$360 for a full first year once a registered agent and other setup costs are included.

3. What is the Wyoming LLC annual fee?

The minimum Wyoming LLC annual report fee is $60. Due on the first day of your LLC’s anniversary month each year. The fee typically increases if your LLC holds more than $300,000 in Wyoming-based assets.

4. Is a Wyoming Certificate of Good Standing free?

Yes. Wyoming provides an online Certificate of Good Standing at no charge through the Secretary of State’s Business Center. A certified paper copy costs $10 if you need one for a bank, lender, government agency, or another formal filing.

5. Do I need a registered agent in Wyoming?

Yes, every Wyoming LLC is legally required to maintain a registered agent with a physical Wyoming address. You can serve as your own for free or hire a professional service, typically $25–$125/year, or bundled into a formation package like at Foundery USA.

6. How much does it cost to register a foreign LLC in Wyoming?

The cost to register a foreign LLC in Wyoming is $150, filed by mail or in person using the Certificate of Authority form. That’s only the state registration fee. You’ll also need a Wyoming registered agent and will generally have to pay the $60 minimum annual report fee after registration.

7. Does Wyoming charge state income tax on LLCs?

No. Wyoming has no state corporate or personal income tax. That can make Wyoming attractive for LLC owners, but it doesn’t necessarily mean your LLC will owe no state taxes. Your business may still have sales tax, employment tax, licensing obligations, or income-tax obligations in another state depending on where you operate and where the business has a tax nexus.