Business Formation in Montana
LLC & Corporation formation in Montana.
Montana formation requirements, filing fees, registered agent rules, and ongoing compliance — for both LLCs and corporations, on one page.
Formation Overview
LLC Formation in Montana
Montana LLCs file Articles of Organization and an annual report.
Corporation Formation in Montana
Montana corporations file Articles of Incorporation and an annual report.
Key Filing Requirements
- Filing agency
- Montana Secretary of State
- LLC formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Corporation formation document
- Articles of Incorporation
- LLC state filing fee
- $59
- Corporation state filing fee
- $59
- Annual / periodic report
- Montana requires an annual report (due April 15).
- Annual report fee
- $20 (waived to $0 for on-time filers in 2026–2027)
- Registered agent requirement
- A registered agent with a physical Montana address is required.
- Official state source
- Official Agency Website
Ongoing Compliance
File the annual report and maintain a registered agent.
LLC Management
Member- or manager-managed per the operating agreement.
Corporation Directors & Officers
At least one director and officer required.
Foreign Qualification
Foreign entities may obtain a Certificate of Authority in Montana.
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Montana Formation
Ready to form your company in Montana?
Initial formation is $495 plus Montana state filing fees. Ongoing maintenance through Nationwide begins the following year at $495 plus applicable state fees. Call 1-888-498-5402.