Oregon LLC Formation

Start your Oregon LLC.
Done right,
done for you.

Wayfinder handles the paperwork to get your LLC officially registered with the Oregon Secretary of State — quickly, correctly, and without the guesswork. You focus on your business. We'll handle the filing.

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Formation — with Wayfinder ongoing services

$650 + $100 Oregon SOS filing fee

Discounted rate for clients who continue with Wayfinder for RA and/or annual compliance.

Preparation & filing of Articles of Organization
EIN (federal tax ID) obtained on your behalf
Single-member LLC operating agreement included
Local business license check for your city/county
First year of Registered Agent service included — auto-renews at $100/yr
Secure document delivery via Wayfinder Portal

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Questions first? Call 503-726-0370

Before you decide

Why form an LLC in Oregon?

Forming an LLC is one of the smartest moves a small business owner can make. It creates a legal wall between you and your business — meaning if something goes wrong, your personal savings, home, and assets are protected.

An LLC also gives your business a formal identity: you can open a business bank account, sign contracts, take on clients, and present yourself professionally from day one. And in Oregon, the process is straightforward — if you know what you're doing.

That last part is where most people get stuck. The Oregon Secretary of State's online portal can be confusing, and one small mistake — a wrong address, a missed field — means delays or a rejection. Wayfinder files hundreds of these. We don't make those mistakes.

Not sure if an LLC is right for you? Read our plain-English guide — "Do I actually need an LLC?" — before you decide. No pressure either way.

What an LLC gives you

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Personal liability protection

Your personal assets stay separate from your business. If your business is sued or has debts, your house and savings aren't on the table.

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Business banking & credibility

Banks require an LLC (or similar entity) to open a business account. Clients and vendors also take you more seriously as a registered entity.

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Contracts in your business name

Sign leases, service agreements, and client contracts as your LLC — not as yourself personally.

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Tax flexibility

LLCs offer pass-through taxation by default, with the option to be taxed as an S-Corp as your business grows. Talk to your CPA about what's right for you.

The process

Four steps from idea to official Oregon LLC

Takes about 10 minutes on your end. We handle everything else. Oregon SOS processing typically runs 5–7 business days.

Fill out our short intake form

Tell us your desired LLC name, member names, and a few basic details. Takes about 10 minutes. No legal jargon.

~10 min

We prepare your filing

We draft your Articles of Organization and review everything for accuracy before submitting. You'll get a chance to review too.

1 business day

We file with Oregon SOS

We submit your Articles of Organization to the Oregon Secretary of State and handle any follow-up if needed.

5–7 business days

You're official

Once approved, your confirmation lands in your Wayfinder portal. Open your business bank account and get to work.

You're done ✓

Pricing

Choose your package

Formation is $650 when you continue with Wayfinder for ongoing RA and/or compliance services — $200 more if you prefer to handle those yourself after year one.

Formation + Ongoing RA

$650 one-time + $100/yr

+ $100 Oregon SOS filing fee. RA auto-renews at $100/yr after year one.

✓Articles of Organization prepared & filed
✓EIN (federal tax ID) obtained on your behalf
✓Single-member LLC operating agreement included
✓Local business license check for your city/county
✓First year of Registered Agent service included
✓RA auto-renews at $100/yr — cancel any time
✓Secure Wayfinder Portal access

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Best value

Formation + Annual Compliance

$650 one-time + $200/yr

+ $100 Oregon SOS filing fee + annual SOS renewal fee

✓Everything in Formation + RA, plus:
✓Annual Report filed automatically every year
✓Wayfinder's address across all public SOS records — maximum privacy
✓Never miss a compliance deadline
✓One contact for all Oregon compliance needs

Start with Compliance →

Formation Only

$850 one-time

+ $100 Oregon SOS filing fee. No ongoing Wayfinder services after formation.

✓Articles of Organization prepared & filed
✓EIN (federal tax ID) obtained on your behalf
✓Single-member LLC operating agreement included
✓Local business license check for your city/county
✓Secure Wayfinder Portal access
—Registered Agent not included — you'll need to designate one
—Annual Report filing is your responsibility

Start Formation Only →

Formation + Compliance is the better long-term value for most clients — Oregon LLCs must file an Annual Report every year. Wayfinder handles it automatically so you never have to think about it.

Common questions

Oregon LLC questions, answered plainly

No legal jargon. No upsells. Just honest answers to the questions we hear most.

Still have a question?

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The Oregon Secretary of State typically processes Articles of Organization within 5–7 business days. Once you complete our intake form, we file within one business day. Rush processing may be available directly through the SOS for an additional fee — ask us if timing is critical.

You can file directly at the Oregon SOS website for $100. Wayfinder adds accuracy review, handles the submission, serves as your Registered Agent from day one (so your personal address isn't on public record), and delivers everything to a secure portal. We also handle any corrections or follow-up if the SOS has questions.

Oregon doesn't legally require one, but it's strongly recommended — especially if you have multiple members. For single-member LLCs, Wayfinder includes a standard operating agreement as part of your formation package. For multi-member LLCs, the agreement needs to reflect each member's ownership, decision-making rights, and exit terms — we'll refer you to an Oregon attorney we trust to handle that correctly.

It's the document that officially creates your LLC in Oregon. Filed with the Oregon Secretary of State, it establishes your LLC's name, registered agent, principal address, and member/manager structure. Once approved, your LLC legally exists.

Oregon law requires every LLC to have a Registered Agent — a person or company with a physical Oregon address available during business hours to receive legal documents (lawsuits, government notices, etc.) on your behalf. Most small business owners use a service like Wayfinder so their home address isn't listed publicly and they don't have to worry about missing something important.

Yes. Changes like your LLC name, address, or registered agent can be made with the Oregon SOS through an Amendment filing. If you're a Wayfinder client, we handle minor updates at no extra charge. Contact us and we'll sort it out.

No — Wayfinder is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. We handle the administrative and compliance side of Oregon business formation. For legal questions about your LLC structure, contracts, or liability, we're happy to connect you with Oregon-licensed attorneys we trust.

Once your LLC is approved, you'll receive your confirmation and documents in your Wayfinder portal. Your EIN is obtained as part of your formation package — we collect your SSN by phone to apply with the IRS, and we do not retain it. After that, your typical next steps are: open a business bank account using your LLC confirmation and EIN; set up your bookkeeping; and file your Oregon Annual Report each year (we handle this automatically if you're on the compliance package).

Yes — included in every formation package. Forming an LLC with the Oregon Secretary of State is a state-level filing, but many Oregon cities and counties also require a separate local business license or tax registration. Requirements vary widely by location and business type. We research what applies to your specific city and county and let you know what, if anything, you need to apply for. We don't file local licenses on your behalf, but we make sure you know exactly what's required so nothing falls through the cracks.

Yes. If you need multiple LLCs — for separate business lines, a holding structure, or to place property into a new entity — we can form as many as you need. For straightforward formations the process is the same repeated for each entity. If your situation involves transferring existing property or assets, or requires a multi-member operating agreement, we coordinate with an Oregon attorney we trust to make sure the legal side is handled correctly alongside the formation work. Contact us to talk through what you're trying to set up.

Start your Oregon LLC.Done right,done for you.