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"How do I file an LLC in Oregon?"
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Forming an LLC in Oregon is a quick online process: choose a unique name, appoint a registered agent, file the Articles of Organization (paying a $100 fee), and obtain an EIN.

Quick Facts
  • $100 filing fee (state)
  • Online filing via the Oregon Business Registry
  • Operating agreement is optional but recommended
  • Annual report required each year
  • EIN needed for banking and taxes
AI Consensus
Models Agreed
  • Name selection must include “LLC” and be unique in Oregon.
  • Registered agent with a physical Oregon address is required.
  • Articles of Organization are filed online or by mail with a $100 fee.
  • EIN is needed for tax and banking purposes.
Points of Debate
  • Operating agreement: some responses label it “recommended but not required” while others simply state it is “optional.” Both are correct, but the emphasis differs.
  • Annual report mention: only one response explicitly highlighted the yearly filing requirement.

How to File an LLC in Oregon

  1. Choose a unique LLC name

    • Must include “Limited Liability Company,” “LLC,” or “L.L.C.” and be distinguishable from existing Oregon business names. Check availability on the Oregon Secretary of State site1.

  2. Designate a registered agent

    • The agent must have a physical Oregon address and can be an individual resident or a professional service2.

  3. Prepare the Articles of Organization

    • Includes the LLC name, registered agent information, principal office address, and organizer’s name.

  4. File the Articles of Organization

    • Online: Create an account on the Oregon Business Registry and submit the form electronically (fastest method)15.
    • By mail: Download the paper form from the Secretary of State’s site, complete it, and mail with a check for the filing fee2.
    • Filing fee: $100 (state).

  5. Receive the Certificate of Organization

    • The state issues a certificate confirming the LLC’s legal existence.

  6. Create an Operating Agreement (optional but highly recommended)

    • Oregon does not require it, but it clarifies ownership, management, and profit‑sharing rules23.

  7. Obtain an EIN (Employer Identification Number)

    • Apply for free on the IRS website; needed for tax filings, opening a bank account, and hiring employees1.

  8. Register for state taxes & obtain any local licenses

    • Depending on your business activities, you may need to register for Oregon state taxes, a business license, or professional permits2.

  9. Maintain ongoing compliance

    • File an annual report each year by the anniversary of formation and keep the registered agent information up‑to‑date in the Oregon Business Registry2.

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Following these steps will successfully create your Oregon LLC and keep it in good standing.

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