Wyoming Foreign LLC Registration
If you already operate an LLC in another state, registering a Wyoming foreign LLC lets you legally expand your business into Wyoming. To do that, you’ll need to register with the Wyoming Secretary of State and obtain a Certificate of Authority.
The filing itself isn’t especially complicated, but small mistakes can slow things down and lead to unnecessary headaches. We’ve been handling Wyoming foreign LLC registrations for years, so we know how to keep the process moving. In fact, we register foreign LLCs in Wyoming every day. For $100 plus state fees, and $50 a year for registered agent service, we’ll take care of the filing and get your business authorized to operate in Wyoming.
How to Register Your Wyoming Foreign LLC
1. Get a Certificate of Good Standing from Your Home State
Also called a Certificate of Existence or Certificate of Status, this document comes from the state where you originally formed your LLC. The Wyoming Secretary of State requires it as part of your foreign LLC registration. Depending on your home state, it may cost anywhere from $0 to $50.
The certificate simply confirms that your LLC was properly formed and is still active. When you submit it with your Wyoming Certificate of Authority, it must be dated within the last 60 days, and the LLC name on the certificate must match the name listed on your foreign registration application.
2. File the Foreign LLC Certificate of Authority
Once you’ve got your Certificate of Good Standing, it’s time to complete the Wyoming Certificate of Authority. This is the application that officially registers your foreign LLC with the Wyoming Secretary of State.
Wyoming requires paper filings for foreign LLCs, so you’ll need to submit your application by mail or deliver it in person to the Secretary of State’s office in Cheyenne. The application asks for:
- LLC name
- Home state or country where the LLC was formed
- Formation date
- Duration of the LLC (most businesses select “perpetual”)
- Principal and mailing addresses
- Name and address of your Wyoming registered agent
- Desired effective date of the filing
- Date the LLC began doing business in Wyoming (if applicable)
- Registered Agent Consent form
- Original Certificate of Good Standing (or equivalent)
3. Get Your Registered Agent’s Content
Every foreign LLC doing business in Wyoming must appoint a Wyoming registered agent. As part of the registration process, your registered agent must consent to the appointment by signing the Registered Agent Consent form.
If you don’t have a registered agent in Wyoming, you can hire us to do the job for you. When you hire Best Wyoming Registered Agent, you’ll get instant access to your online account, all the forms you’ll need, and the registered agent information required for your filing.
4. Submit Your Documents
Once you’ve obtained your Certificate of Good Standing from your home state, attach it to your completed Wyoming Foreign LLC Application for Certificate of Authority and submit your filing to the Wyoming Secretary of State.
If you’re filing by mail, the state generally takes about 10 business days to process the application. Once approved, your LLC will be authorized to do business in Wyoming.
Send Your Filing to:
Wyoming Secretary of State
Herschler Building East
122 W 25th St
Suites 100 and 101
Cheyenne, WY 82002
5. Apply for a Wyoming Sales Tax License
If your foreign LLC sells taxable goods or services in Wyoming, you’ll need a Wyoming sales tax license. This separate application is a simple one-page form that must be filed with the Wyoming Department of Revenue, along with a $60 filing fee. After your application has been approved, Wyoming will send you a packet explaining the tax and reporting obligations that come with doing business in the state.
6. Stay Current with Your Annual Reports
Once your foreign LLC is registered in Wyoming, you’ll need to file an annual report each year to keep your business in good standing. Wyoming annual reports are due on the first day of the month in which your LLC was originally authorized to do business in the state.
For example, if your foreign LLC is approved on June 29, future annual reports will be due by June 1 each year.
The annual report filing fee is $60. You can file online through the Wyoming Secretary of State for an additional $2 convenience fee. The report itself is straightforward and simply updates or confirms your company’s basic information.
Hire Wyoming’s Best to File Your Foreign LLC
We’ve handled thousands of business filings, so we know how to navigate the process and avoid the delays that can slow down a foreign LLC registration. If getting your filing approved quickly matters, we’re here to help.
When you hire us, you also get Wyoming registered agent service for just $50 a year. That includes limited free mail scanning and the use of our business address on your formation and state filing documents, helping keep your personal information off the public record. We’ll also help shield you from junk mail, telemarketers, and the endless stream of business solicitations that come with registering a company.
This is what we do. As your registered agent, we’ll accept legal and state documents on your behalf and upload them directly to your online account, giving you secure access anytime, anywhere.
Wyoming Foreign LLC Costs and Fees
| Wyoming Foreign LLC Certificate of Authority filing fee | $150 |
| Best Wyoming Registered Agent Foreign LLC Registration fee | $100 |
| One Year of Best Wyoming Registered Agent service | $50 |
| Certificate of Good Standing fee | $0 to $50 |
| Total Wyoming Foreign LLC Registration Cost: For $300, plus the cost of the certificate of good standing, we’ll register your LLC to do business in Wyoming and give you a year of the best Wyoming registered agent service. | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why if my LLC name is unavailable in Wyoming?
If another business is already using your LLC’s name in Wyoming, you’ll need to register under a different name in the state. Before you file, you can search the Wyoming Secretary of State’s business database to see if your name is available.
Can I be my own registered agent in Wyoming?
Yes, as long as you meet Wyoming’s requirements. To serve as your own registered agent, you must:
- Have a physical street address in Wyoming (P.O. boxes don’t count)
- Be available at that address during normal business hours
- Be at least 18 years old
What happens if I do business in Wyoming before registering a foreign LLC?
Doing business in Wyoming without registering can result in penalties, back fees, and the loss of your ability to bring a lawsuit in Wyoming courts until your LLC is properly registered. It’s much easier (and cheaper) to register before those problems arise.
How long does it take to register a foreign LLC in Wyoming?
The Wyoming Secretary of State typically processes mailed foreign LLC filings in about 10 business days. Filing errors or missing documents can slow things down, so it’s worth double-checking everything before you submit your application.