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Are you thinking of forming a limited liability company in Oregon? If so, you’re in good company: the state boasts some 400,000 small businesses. Oregon has a broad variety of manufacturing concerns and is known for its innovative culture. As an added bonus, the state has no sales tax, a boon if you plan for your LLC to sell goods.

The LLC continues to be the most popular business structure for small entrepreneurs. Its tax and liability advantages are hard to beat.

There are several required steps to start an LLC in Oregon, but the process needn’t be a mystery. If you’re concerned you might miss a critical task along the way, here’s how to ensure that none of the Oregon LLC requirements get left out: take care of the entire process, from startup to ongoing compliance, with Tailor Brands LLC formation service.

How to start an LLC in Oregon (step-by-step)

Here are the steps you’ll need to take to get your LLC:

Name your Oregon LLC
Choose a registered agent
File articles of organization
Create an operating agreement
Apply for an EIN
Apply for business license

The Oregon Secretary of State has instructions and the forms you will need. They are available in multiple languages, including English, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese.

Step 1: Choose a business name

Your business name is one of your first decisions, and it’s a great opportunity to get off to a good start. The name should match your brand identity and tell the public what you offer. It should be easy to remember and easy to pronounce. It’s also critical that the name is available for you to use. An LLC name in Oregon must be distinguishable, i.e., it has to be different enough from every other business name so that it’s not easily confused. You’ll need to do a business name search in Oregon, and LLC formation services like Tailor Brands provide a search as part of their process.

In addition to being distinguishable in Oregon, your business name should not conflict with a trademarked name anywhere in the U.S. You can make sure that it isn’t at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office database. It should be available as a domain name for your website, which you can validate with a search service.

Once you’ve chosen a suitable name, you must complete Oregon business registration with the Secretary of State.

Step 2: Appoint a registered agent

Every LLC must name a registered agent. The registered agent is the party that receives official correspondence from the state as well as legal documents like a notice of a lawsuit. The registered agent must have a street address (not a PO box) in Oregon. You may act as your own registered agent in Oregon; however, you will have to be consistently available at your address during business hours, a difficult thing for many entrepreneurs to manage. That’s why a lot of LLCs engage a professional registered agent service.

You specify the name and Oregon address of your registered agent when you file your Articles of Organization.

Step 3: File articles of organization with the Oregon Secretary of State

You may file online or download the form and mail it in. Online submissions will be approved in 2–3 days and mailed ones in 4–6 weeks. Required information includes business name and address, registered agent name and address, and names and addresses of members and managers. The fee is $100 for domestic LLCs and $275 for foreign LLCs (those from a state outside of Oregon).

Step 4: Create an operating agreement

An operating agreement is not required in Oregon, but an LLC should have one. It’s a legal document that dictates how an LLC will be managed. It delineates the rights and responsibilities of the members and how disputes will be settled. It described how new members can be added, how existing ones leave, and how the LLC can be dissolved. If there is a disagreement that winds up in court, it will be settled according to the terms of your Operating Agreement. If you don’t have an agreement, the courts will apply default Oregon law, even if it’s not what the parties want.

Even a single-member LLC is wise to have an operating agreement. It establishes credibility, and often banks will want to see it before lending money or opening a business account.

The operating agreement is not filed with any agency, but it should be safeguarded along with other LLC critical documents. Templates for operating agreements are available, and a business attorney can review an operating agreement or even write it.

Step 5: Apply for an employer’s identification number (EIN)

An Employer Identification Number for companies is similar to a social security number for individuals as a unique identifier. Almost all LLCs need a federal EIN to manage taxes, open a business bank account, and hire employees. You can get one directly from the IRS, or, if you use the Tailor Brands formation service, you can obtain your EIN as part of the process as an additional service.

Step 6: Apply for any required state or local business licenses

There is not a required general business license in Oregon. However, some specific lines of business require licenses. The Secretary of State maintains a License Directory where you can search for licenses that may be required for your LLC.

Many Oregon cities and counties require business licenses or permits. You can learn about these by consulting the Oregon Blue Book’s list of cities or by calling the information phone numbers of the cities and counties where you plan to do business. You can also use our business license and permits service.

Benefits of opening an LLC in Oregon

There are many reasons to form an LLC. Here are the main ones:

Legal protection in case of bankruptcy or lawsuits

Separation of personal and business assets

Tax benefits: flexibility & pass-through taxation

Increasing credibility and trust for your business

Oregon LLC costs and compliance requirements

In addition to the Articles of Organization with its associated fee, the State of Oregon requires an annual report on the anniversary of the LLC’s formation. These reports must include any updates to the names and addresses of the businesses, the members, or the registered agent. The Secretary of State sends a reminder about 45 days before the report is due.

Annual reporting is not optional. Failure to file this documentation can ultimately result in the dissolution of your LLC.

The LLC fees in Oregon for initial formation and annual reporting are as follows:

Form	Domestic LLC	Foreign LLC
Initial Articles of Organization	$100	$275
Annual Report	$100	$275

How much does it cost to start an LLC with Tailor Brands

Forming an LLC with Tailor Brands combines your state’s filing fees with the convenience and support of our streamlined service.

Here’s the cost breakdown:

Oregon state filing fee

$100 for domestic LLCs
$275 for foreign LLCs

Tailor Brands LLC formation service

We offer three service tiers to suit your needs:

Plan	Price	Features
Lite	$0 + state fee	LLC formation, name search, and standard filing
Essential	$199/year + state fee	Includes everything in Lite, plus an operating agreement, EIN, and annual compliance
Elite	$249/year + state fee	Includes everything in Essential, plus a domain name, business email, and website builder

No matter which plan you choose, you get the peace of mind that your LLC is formed properly and meets Oregon’s requirements.

How the Tailor Brands LLC formation process works

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Sit back and let us take care of the paperwork for you

Setting up an Oregon LLC with Tailor Brands is fast, intuitive, and fully online. Here’s how it works:

Sign up and select your plan
Choose the service tier that fits your goals (Lite, Essential, or Elite).
Enter your business information
Provide:
- Your desired business name
- Your Oregon business address
- Registered agent details (or choose Tailor Brands as your agent)
- Names of LLC members or managers
- Your business purpose and management structure
We handle the paperwork
Tailor Brands will:
- Conduct a business name availability check
- Prepare and file your Articles of Organization with the Oregon Secretary of State
- Submit your documents through Oregon’s online system for faster processing
Wait for State Approval
- Online filings typically take 2–3 business days
- Once approved, we’ll send you your official formation documents
Get Your Full LLC Kit
Depending on your plan, you’ll receive:
- Articles of Organization
- EIN (Employer Identification Number)
- Custom Operating Agreement
- Digital LLC dashboard for managing documents and compliance

And that’s it! Your Oregon LLC is officially up and running.

Why is Tailor Brands the Best LLC Service in OR

At Tailor Brands, we love nothing more than helping people start their business. We take care of the LLC filing and offer additional services so you can focus on launching and growing your business, while staying informed and compliant with state regulations.

Here’s why people choose to form their LLC with us:

Additional services we offers

Tailor Brands goes beyond LLC formation. As your business grows, we offer the following add-ons and services:

Registered agent service: Ensure you never miss legal documents or compliance deadlines
EIN acquisition: Quickly get your tax ID without dealing with the IRS
Operating agreement templates: Compliant and customizable for your business type
Annual report filing: We’ll remind you when it’s time – and handle the filing
Business licenses package: We’ll research and provide guidance on the licenses you need
Branding tools: Logo maker, website builder, and marketing toolkit
Business bank account assistance: Connect with banking partners to set up your financials

Oregon LLC Formation: The Basics

Do a Oregon business entity search to name your LLC

This step-by-step guide details the steps and requirements you need to name your LLC in Oregon.

How much will it cost you to form an LLC in Oregon?

There are different costs to form an LLC and maintain it in Oregon. We’ve listed all of them in this post.

Appointing a registered agent in Oregon for your LLC

A registered agent is a mandatory step in your LLC formation process – learn more about it.

Get business licenses and permits for your LLC in Oregon

This post details which licenses and permits your LLC may require and how to obtain them in Oregon.

FAQ

Should I use an LLC formation service such as the one offered by Tailor Brands?

All the required steps in forming an LLC can be done by the member or members without engaging outside help. However, an LLC formation service will take you through the process and ensure that you don’t miss any critical task. It will do some of the required processes for you. It may also offer ongoing services such as compliance, annual reporting, and acting as a registered agent.

Can I form an LLC online in Oregon?

The required state processes can be done entirely online through the Oregon Business Registry. You will have to create a user ID with the registry. In addition, the Secretary of State provides a number of online tools to assist you in your LLC formation.

Does my LLC need an Oregon business license?

That depends on your line of business. There is no general business license required for Oregon LLCs, but some specific business activities require licensing.

Does an LLC have to pay Oregon state income taxes?

LLCs do not pay income tax as a corporate entity. LLC profits are passed through to the members, who must recognize distributions as income and pay individual income tax.

Is it mandatory for an LLC to obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) in Oregon?

There are some limited cases in which a single-member LLC may be able to function without an EIN. However, you’ll need one if you hire any employees. You will need one to manage some types of taxes and possibly even to open a business bank account. It’s good practice to acquire an EIN even if it’s not strictly required.

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