Nevada vs Wyoming

Wyoming is cheaper: $160 in state fees for the first year versus $775 in Nevada. Both have the same top state income tax rate (0%). For a non-US founder forming remotely, Wyoming scores higher (9/10).

Filing the Articles of Organization in Nevada costs $425. After that, expect $350 a year for the annual list and business license. Annual list ($150) plus state business license renewal ($200) = $350 per year, due the last day of your formation anniversary month. The $425 initial cost is $75 Articles of Organization + $150 initial list + $200 state business license. A commercial registered agent, if you need one, is typically $50–$300 a year extra.

Yes. Nevada requires every LLC to keep a registered agent with a physical street address in the state to accept legal and tax notices. You can act as your own agent if you live there, but non-residents and owners who want privacy usually pay a commercial agent, typically $50–$300 a year.

Filing the Articles of Organization in Wyoming costs $100. After that, expect a $60 minimum annual report fee. Annual report: $60 minimum license tax (0.02% of Wyoming-located assets, whichever is greater), due the first day of your formation anniversary month. A commercial registered agent, if you need one, is typically $50–$300 a year extra.

Yes. Wyoming requires every LLC to keep a registered agent with a physical street address in the state to accept legal and tax notices. You can act as your own agent if you live there, but non-residents and owners who want privacy usually pay a commercial agent, typically $50–$300 a year.