Last updated October 31, 2020
How to Form an LLC in Maine
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This Quick Start Guide is a brief overview of how to form an LLC in Maine.
Detailed Lessons:
5. EIN Number
6. Annual Report
7. Business License
8. Taxes
Maine LLC costs:
LLC formation cost: $175 (one-time fee)
Annual report: $85 (every year)
Need help?
Hire a company to form your Maine LLC:
Northwest ($39 + state fee) or LegalZoom ($149 + state fee)
★ Check out Northwest vs LegalZoom
Here is a quick overview on starting an LLC in Maine
A Maine Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a legal structure used to protect your personal assets (home, car, bank account) in the event your business is sued.
An LLC can be used to operate a business, or an LLC can be used to hold assets (such as real estate, vehicles, boats, or aircraft).
Forming an LLC in Maine is simple. Search your Maine LLC name in the state database and select your Registered Agent.
File your Certificate of Formation with the Maine Secretary of State and wait for your LLC to be approved.
You can only file your LLC by mail (there is no online filing yet). The state filing fee is $175 and the approval time is 5-10 business days (unless you pay $50 or $100 extra for expedited processing).
After your Maine LLC is approved, complete your Operating Agreement and get your Federal Tax ID Number (aka EIN) from the IRS.
In order to keep your Maine LLC in compliance, you need to file an LLC Annual Report each year (due by June 1st). The filing fee is $85.
We’ve created a free course that will walk you through forming your Maine LLC, step-by-step.
You can find the detailed lessons linked at the top of this page.
Northwest ($39 + state fee) or LegalZoom ($149 + state fee)
(check out Northwest vs LegalZoom)
