Vermont lesson 3 of 6
File the Articles of Organization
The document that creates a Vermont LLC is the Articles of Organization, Form LLC-1(D), filed with the Secretary of State's Business Services Division for a $155 fee set by 11 V.S.A. 4012.
What the form asks for
Under 11 V.S.A. 4023, the Articles must set out the LLC's name, the address of its initial designated office, and the name and street address of its registered agent. You can also note whether the LLC will be member-managed or manager-managed.
A Vermont LLC exists perpetually once formed unless the Articles state a specific duration or the members later dissolve it.
- Confirm the LLC name is distinguishable before submitting
- List the registered agent's Vermont street address, not a P.O. Box
- Decide whether the LLC will be organized as a standard LLC, a PLC, an L3C, or a Blockchain-Based LLC
Fee and filing route
The filing fee is $155. Online filing through the Online Business Service Center is the preferred method, with no extra charge for filing online, and it is normally processed in less than one business day. Mailed filings typically take 7 to 10 business days to process.
After you file
Once accepted, your LLC's record, including its fiscal year end and registered agent, is searchable in the Secretary of State's online business database, which you will use to confirm your annual report due date.
Key takeaways
- The Articles of Organization cost $155, filed with the Vermont Secretary of State.
- Online filing is fastest, usually processed in under one business day.
- The Articles set the LLC's registered agent, initial office, and management structure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to live in Vermont to form a Vermont LLC?
No. There is no residency requirement for members or managers. Only the registered agent must meet Vermont's residency or authorization rules.
Does Vermont require an operating agreement?
It is not filed with the Secretary of State, but adopting one internally sets out ownership, voting and distributions instead of relying on default statutory rules.
Official sources
Or let us file your Vermont LLC for you
Everything above is yours to use for free. If you would rather hand it over, we prepare and file the Articles of Organization (Form LLC-1(D)), act as your registered agent, and track your ongoing deadlines.
Last reviewed: September 2026 - reviewed by Gullia Filing Legal & Formation Team