Open a Illinois LLC from anywhere in the world
Access to the Chicago market with a moderate filing fee and an annual report.
Illinois LLC overview
An Illinois LLC gives founders direct access to Chicago, one of the largest US business hubs. Filing fees are moderate and the annual report is straightforward. The process is open to non-US residents and fully remote.
Illinois LLC pricing
One flat package price. Everything below is included.
- Total package
- from $350 (all-in)
- State filing fee
- $150 (state)
What you get
- Company name availability search
- LLC registration in Illinois with Articles of Organization
- EIN (IRS tax ID) with official confirmation letter
- Illinois Registered Agent service for 1 year
- Business mailing address (Registered Agent's address) for 1 year
- Mail scanning service
- Initial Operating Agreement draft
- Free US business bank account opening assistance
- Stripe and PayPal setup guidance
- Lifetime support over WhatsApp and email
Timeline
All-inclusive Illinois LLC bundle
One simple, all-in price. State filing fee, Registered Agent, business address, EIN and operating agreement all included.
Illinois LLC formation with everything you need to launch: Registered Agent, business address, EIN with verification letter and operating agreement. State filing fee is already included.
- Illinois LLC formation with all relevant documents
- Illinois state filing fee included
- Registered Agent service (1 year)
- Business address provided by the Registered Agent
- EIN (IRS tax ID) with official verification letter
- Initial Operating Agreement
- Bank account opening assistance
- Lifetime support over WhatsApp and email
Why form your LLC in Illinois?
Direct presence in the third-largest US metropolitan economy.
No citizenship or residency requirement.
Illinois has clear, flexible rules for members and managers.
Illinois LLCs are widely accepted by banks and payment processors.
Who is Illinois best for?
- Companies selling into the Chicago and Midwest market
- Logistics, manufacturing and trade businesses
- Service and consulting companies
- Founders with Illinois clients or property
Taxes and compliance
- $75 annual report fee.
- State income tax may apply to Illinois-sourced income.
- Federal IRS filings still apply for foreign-owned LLCs.
Ongoing Illinois LLC requirements
$75 per year.
You must maintain an Illinois Registered Agent.
BOI filing and IRS Form 5472 plus 1120 may apply.
How it works
Pick the Illinois LLC plan that fits your goals.
Quick 5-minute form. We do the paperwork.
Receive formation docs, EIN and operating agreement.
Illinois LLC: frequently asked questions
Can a non-US resident form an Illinois LLC?+
Yes.
What is the annual report fee?+
$75 per year.
Will Stripe and PayPal accept an Illinois LLC?+
Yes, with an EIN.
Can I open a US bank account?+
Yes. Mercury, Relay and Wise accept Illinois LLCs.
Do I need to visit Illinois?+
No.
How long does it take?+
5 to 10 business days, plus 5 to 15 days for the EIN.
Is Illinois good for logistics businesses?+
Yes. Chicago is a major US logistics and freight hub.
Are member names public?+
Yes, members or managers appear in the annual report.
A few things to know
- State filing fees are billed separately and set by each state.
- Processing times depend on the state and the IRS and can vary.
- We cannot guarantee approval of any third-party bank or payment processor.
- We are not a law firm or accounting firm. Information is for general guidance only.
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