Why Montana?
The lowest LLC filing fee in the US at $35. No state sales tax. Meaningful for businesses with Montana-based activity. Non-residents can form a Montana LLC without any US address, SSN, or physical presence. Edeal handles the registered agent requirement and the entire filing process.
Most non-residents registering a US LLC choose Wyoming ($100 filing fee, $60/year) or Delaware (investor-friendly). Montana makes the most sense when you have operations in Montana or want to take advantage of no state sales tax.
State Fees
These are government fees paid to the State of Montana — not Edeal's service fee. Edeal registers your LLC for $1 + state fees.
LLC Formation
- Filing fee: $35 — one-time, paid to the Montana Secretary of State
- Annual fee: $20/yr — annual report, paid to the State of Montana to keep your LLC in good standing
- Registered Agent: required by law — Edeal provides a registered agent as part of its service
All fees are set by the State of Montana and publicly available from the Montana Secretary of State's office.
Who Montana Is Right For
- Businesses with physical presence in Montana — employees, office space, or warehouse
- Companies serving Montana-based customers — local nexus justifies registration here
- Non-residents when you have operations in Montana or want to take advantage of no state sales tax
Who Montana Is Not the Best Fit For
- Freelancers and remote businesses without Montana ties — Wyoming or Delaware are usually more cost-effective
- Non-residents seeking maximum privacy — Wyoming and New Mexico offer stronger member privacy protections
- Businesses optimizing purely for cost — Wyoming at $100 + $60/year is typically the baseline for non-residents
If you are unsure which state fits your situation, Edeal can help you compare before you register.
FAQ
Do I need to visit Montana or have a US address to register an LLC?
No. Non-residents from any country can register a Montana LLC without visiting the state, without a US address, and without an SSN. The only requirement is a registered agent with a Montana address — Edeal provides this.
What is the annual fee for a Montana LLC?
The annual government fee for a Montana LLC is $20/yr (Annual Report). This fee is paid to the State of Montana to keep your LLC in good standing — it is a mandatory government fee, not an income tax rate.
Can I open a US bank account with a Montana LLC?
Yes. A Montana LLC formed through Edeal comes with the documentation typically required by US banks and fintechs (Mercury, Relay, Brex). Having an EIN is usually also required — Edeal can assist with that process.