How long does it take to get an LLC in Arkansas? 2024

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You can get an LLC in Arkansas in 3-7 business days if you file online (or 4-5 weeks if you file by mail).

Arkansas LLC Processing Times

	Normal LLC processing time:	Expedited LLC:
Arkansas LLC by mail:	2-3 weeks (plus mail time)	Not available
Arkansas LLC online:	3-7 business days	Not available

What is LLC processing time? Processing time is the time it takes for the state of Arkansas to review your LLC filing and enter it in their system. After your LLC is approved, the state sends back your approved documents electronically or by mail.

Arkansas LLC Approval Times

How long does it take to get an LLC in Arkansas Mail filings: In total, mail filing approvals for Arkansas LLCs take 4-5 weeks. This accounts for the 2-3 weeks processing time, plus the time your documents are in the mail.

Online filings: In total, online filing approvals for Arkansas LLCs take 3-7 business days. Since you can download your documents as soon as they’re approved by the Secretary of State, there is no extra transit time.

What is LLC approval time? This is the total turnaround time to get your LLC approved from start to finish. It includes the processing time plus any transit time to and from the state.

Arkansas expedited LLC

Arkansas doesn’t have expedited options for online LLC filings. But online filings are approved within 3-7 business days.

Can I get my LLC faster if I don’t want to file online?

If you want to get your LLC in a 3-7 business days, but aren’t comfortable filing online, you have two options:

If you can travel to Little Rock, you can file the paper forms in person at the Secretary of State’s Business and Commercial Services department. Then you’ll wait 3-7 business days for your approval to be sent by email, or 3-7 business days (plus mail time) for the approval if sent by mail.
You can send your paper filing by overnight/express mail, and the state will review it in 3-7 business days. Make sure you follow the process outlined below.

Here is the unofficial process for expedited mail filings in Arkansas:

You can overnight your filing to the state and include a prepaid overnight envelope.
The state will use this envelope to return your approved LLC documents.
This shortens mail time from weeks to days, which gets your LLC approved faster.
You can use any shipping method, like USPS, FedEx, or UPS.
The shipping cost depends on how fast you want your documents back.
Tip: Pay for an overnight envelope that can hold 3 ounces (oz).

What’s the fastest way to get an LLC in Arkansas?

The fastest way to start an LLC in Arkansas is to file yourself and file it online. This option has the fastest approval time and is simpler than the overnight mail option.

Should I hire an LLC filing service in Arkansas?

Hiring an LLC filing service isn’t going to get your LLC approved any faster. Filing companies still have to wait for the state to approve your LLC.

However, the benefit of hiring a filing company isn’t to reduce LLC approval time. It’s to have someone else take care of the paperwork for you (and make sure it’s filed correctly).

Need to save time? Hire a company to form your LLC:
Northwest ($39 + state fee) or LegalZoom ($149 + state fee)

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Why we recommend Northwest? Northwest Registered Agent has been in business for over 20 years and they have the best customer support. Our favorite thing about Northwest is that you can use their address throughout your LLC filing. This can provide you with additional privacy by keeping your address off public records. No other filing company offers this.

Even though Northwest is our favorite company, you may want to look at other companies and compare your options. Check out Best LLC Services in Arkansas for additional recommendations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an LLC cost?

The one-time cost to start an LLC varies by state. There are also LLC Annual Fees to maintain your business that vary by state.

Here are the costs for an Arkansas LLC:

Requirement	Cost
LLC Name	$0
Registered Agent	$0 or $125 per year
Articles of Organization	$45
Operating Agreement	$0 (free on our site)
EIN Number	$0 (free through IRS)
Annual Franchise Tax	$150
Taxes	varies (filed and/or paid every year)

How to start an LLC in Arkansas?

Here are the steps to starting an LLC in Arkansas:

Search your Arkansas LLC name
Choose your Arkansas Registered Agent
File Arkansas Articles of Organization with the state
Sign your Arkansas LLC Operating Agreement
Get an EIN for your Arkansas LLC
Open an LLC bank account

How long does it take to get an LLC in every state?

Important: Just because one state is faster than another doesn’t mean you should form your LLC there. If you form your LLC out-of-state, you’ll need to register it as a foreign LLC in your home state. For more information, please see the best state to form an LLC.

Matt Horwitz

Founder & Educator, LLC University®

Matt Horwitz has been the leading expert on LLC education for the past decade. He founded LLC University in 2010 after realizing people needed simple and actionable instructions to start an LLC that other companies weren't offering. He's cited by Entrepreneur Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and the US Chamber of Commerce, and was featured by CNBC and InventRight.

Matt holds a Bachelor's Degree in business from Drexel University with a concentration in business law. He performs extensive research and analysis to convert state laws into simple instructions anyone can follow to form their LLC - all for free! Read more about Matt Horwitz and LLC University.