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Indiana LLC Compliance

Complete 2026 Guide

Low-cost state for LLC formation with biennial reporting and reasonable fees.

US Business Compliance Research Team
Expert LLC compliance researchers
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$95
Formation Fee
$32
Annual Report
$95
Foreign LLC Fee
No
Franchise Tax

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1Indiana LLC Formation

To form an LLC in Indiana, you'll need to file Articles of Organization with the Indiana Secretary of State.

Formation Details

2Annual Report Requirements

Indiana requires LLCs to file a biennial report to maintain good standing with the state.

Annual Report Details

  • Filing Fee: $32
  • Due Date: Anniversary month of LLC formation (biennial)
  • Frequency: Every 2 years

3Registered Agent Requirements

Indiana requires all LLCs to maintain a registered agent.

Can You Be Your Own Registered Agent?

Yes, you can serve as your own registered agent in Indiana.

Requirements: Must be an Indiana resident or a business entity authorized to do business in Indiana with a physical address.

4Foreign LLC Registration

If your LLC was formed in another state but you want to do business in Indiana, you'll need to register as a foreign LLC.

Foreign LLC Registration

  • Registration Fee: $95
  • Requirements: Certificate of Existence from home state and Application for Certificate of Authority.

5Indiana LLC Taxes

Indiana has a flat 4.9% corporate income tax rate. LLCs are typically pass-through entities.

6Penalties for Non-Compliance

Late Filing Penalties

No late fee, but LLC status becomes 'Delinquent' after 60 days past due

Administrative Dissolution Risk

Administrative dissolution may occur if biennial report is not filed.

Key Considerations for Indiana LLCs

  • One of the lowest formation fees in the country
  • Biennial (every 2 years) reporting reduces compliance burden
  • Very low biennial report fee of only $32
  • Fast processing times for online filings

Important Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. LLC requirements, fees, and deadlines change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your state's Secretary of State office before making business decisions.

Indiana LLC Compliance Guides

Indiana LLC Taxes & Fees 2026

Formation cost, state/franchise tax, and the yearly fees a Indiana LLC owes.

Indiana LLC Annual Report & Compliance

Deadlines, fees, and filing steps to keep your Indiana LLC in good standing.

Indiana Registered Agent Requirements

Who can serve, the physical-address rule, and what a Indiana agent costs.

Can I Be My Own Registered Agent in Indiana?

The rules — and trade-offs — for acting as your own Indiana registered agent.

Indiana Foreign LLC Registration

How to register an out-of-state LLC to legally do business in Indiana.

Official Resources

For the most up-to-date information, always check the official Indiana Secretary of State website:

https://www.in.gov/sos/business