Nevada Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization

Last Revised: April 18, 2024.

About this Form

An articles of organization form is the document that one must complete and submit to the state to establish the creation of an LLC. It sets forth the name of the proposed company, the registered agent for service of process, and the address of the place of business, among other information. The purchased version of this form is guaranteed compliant with the laws of the State of Nevada. It comes complete with instructions and filing information for creating an LLC within the state. The state will receive filings submitted by U.S. mail, or one may submit a filing online.

Why Form an LLC in Nevada?

✔ Robust Privacy Laws: Nevada has strong privacy laws that can help protect business owners' and employees' personal and financial information. These laws can prove particularly beneficial for businesses that handle sensitive information or that want to keep their operations private. Nevada allows one to form an "anonymous" LLC, where the owners or members have no public disclosure requirement. Nevada has strict laws regarding releasing personal and financial information, which can help protect the privacy of business owners, employees, and investors.

✔ Tax Advantages: Nevada has no corporate income tax, franchise tax, or personal income tax, making it an attractive location for businesses looking to maximize profits or preserve operating capital.

✔ Low Annual Fees: Nevada has a relatively low annual fee for LLCs compared to that of other states. An annual fee of $200 must be paid to the state.

✔ Business-Friendly Environment: With a well-developed legal system and a substantial tradition of respecting business autonomy, Nevada is an excellent place to start and grow a company. The state's diverse range of industries and businesses, as well as its growing economy, make it an attractive venue for entrepreneurs.

✔ No Physical Presence Requirement: LLCs formed in Nevada are not required to have a physical presence in the state, meaning that businesses can operate in other states while still availing themselves to the benefits of Nevada's favorable LLC laws and tax structure.

✔ Strategic Location: Located near the west coast and easily accessible to the rest of the country, Nevada is a convenient location for businesses that need to ship products or do business with customers across the US. The cost of living is relatively low compared to that of other states, often making it a more affordable location for businesses to operate and employ workers as necessary.

Online Filing Availability

 
Nevada accepts the filing of an articles of organization form online via Silver Flume, the state's official portal for e-filing business entity formation documents. You may also download the document set from us for submission by mail.

Name Availability & Requirements

One may determine the availability of a proposed business name for use within Nevada by querying the state's official Business Entity Search tool.

The requirements for naming an LLC within the state are set forth in NRS 86.171. The name must be sufficiently distinguishable from those of other business entities operating within the state. The LCC must contain the words “Limited-Liability Company,” “Limited Liability Company,” “Limited Company,” or “Limited” or the abbreviations “Ltd.,” “L.L.C.,” “L.C.,” “LLC” or “LC.” The word “Company” may be abbreviated as “Co.”

Required Fees

Nevada imposes a fee of $75 for the filing of articles of organization. Additional required fees include the initial list fee of $150 and the business license fee of $200. Expedited processing is available for a supplementary fee of $125.

Statutory Authority & Requirements

The statutory authority for an LLC within the state is NRS Chapter 86 Limited Liability Companies.

The statutory requirements for a valid articles of organization filing are set forth in NRS 86.161 and NRS 77.310. The text of the statutes are as follows:

NRS 86.161  Articles of organization: Required and optional provisions.

1.  The articles of organization must set forth:
(a) The name of the limited-liability company;
(b) The information required pursuant to NRS 77.310;
(c) The name and address, either residence or business, of each of the organizers signing the articles;
(d) If the company is to be managed by:
  (1) One or more managers, the name and address, either residence or business, of each initial manager; or
  (2) The members, the name and address, either residence or business, of each initial member;
(e) If the company is authorized to have one or more series of members, a statement to that effect; and
(f) If the company is to be a restricted limited-liability company, a statement to that effect.

2.  The articles may set forth any other provision, not inconsistent with law, which the members elect to set out in the articles of organization for the regulation of the internal affairs of the company, including any provisions which under this chapter are required or permitted to be set out in the operating agreement of the company. [....]

NRS 77.310  Appointment of registered agent.

1.  A registered agent filing must state:
(a) The name of the represented entity’s commercial registered agent; or
(b) If the entity does not have a commercial registered agent:
(1) The name and address of the entity’s noncommercial registered agent; or
(2) The title of an office or other position with the entity if service of process is to be sent to the person holding that office or position, and the address of the business office of that person.

2.  The appointment of a registered agent pursuant to paragraph (a) or (b) of subsection 1 must be accompanied by a certificate of acceptance of the appointment by the registered agent.