Oregon is a straightforward state to form an LLC in, with a modest filing fee and quick processing. This guide covers what it costs in year one and beyond, the registered agent and annual report rules, and when you should pick Wyoming or Delaware instead.
Who Oregon suits
Oregon makes sense if you have a real reason to be there. That could mean you plan to hire employees in Oregon, you have a physical office or warehouse in the state, or your main customers and operations are based there. If your business has genuine ties to Oregon, forming your LLC there keeps things simple and avoids registering as a foreign entity in a second state later.
If you are a non-US founder with no physical presence in Oregon and you are choosing a state purely for cost or convenience, Oregon is not usually the first pick. Other states offer lower ongoing fees or no state income tax. More on that below.
What it costs in year one
Oregon's LLC filing fee is $100, and the corporation filing fee is also $100. You add this state fee to whichever PowerLaunch plan you choose. Here is what year one looks like on each plan.
| Plan | Plan price | Oregon filing fee | Year one total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | $295 | $100 | $395 |
| Run | $1,995 | $100 | $2,095 |
| Scale | $2,995/yr or $329/mo | $100 | $3,095/yr (or $329/mo plus $100) |
If you need your EIN faster, the expedited EIN add-on is $295 on Launch and Run. Scale already includes expedited EIN.
What it costs after year one
Oregon requires an annual report to keep your LLC in good standing, and the typical yearly state cost is $100. On top of that, you renew whichever PowerLaunch plan you are on. So your ongoing yearly cost is your plan price plus $100 for the state.
| Plan | Plan renewal | Oregon annual cost | Total renewal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | $295 | $100 | $395 |
| Run | $1,995 | $100 | $2,095 |
| Scale | $2,995/yr | $100 | $3,095 |
State fees are set by Oregon and are never refundable, even under the PowerLaunch guarantee.
Registered agent requirement
Oregon requires every LLC to name a registered agent with a physical address in the state. This agent receives legal and state correspondence on your company's behalf. If you do not live in Oregon, you cannot act as your own agent using a home address outside the state.
The Launch plan includes registered agent service, along with a virtual mailing and business address, so this requirement is handled from day one. It carries through on Run and Scale as well.
Annual report
Oregon LLCs file an annual report to stay in good standing. Missing it can lead to late fees or administrative dissolution over time. The Run and Scale plans include the annual state report filing as part of the service, so you do not need to track the deadline yourself. On Launch, you would need to file this on your own or upgrade later.
State income tax, in general terms
Oregon has its own state income tax system, separate from federal tax. Whether your LLC owes Oregon income tax depends on things like where your income is earned, whether you have employees or property in the state, and how your LLC is taxed for federal purposes. A non-US founder with no physical operations in Oregon may have limited or no Oregon tax exposure, but this depends on the specifics of your business.
Because state tax rules change and depend on your facts, check Oregon's own tax authority site for current rules, or talk to a licensed tax professional. The Run and Scale plans include a consultation with a licensed tax professional, which is a good place to ask this question directly for your situation.
Separately, if your LLC is foreign-owned and treated as a disregarded entity for federal purposes, you still need to file Form 5472 with a pro forma 1120 by April 15 each year, regardless of which state you form in. As of the 2026 interim FinCEN rule, US-formed companies are currently exempt from BOI reporting.
When Wyoming or Delaware is the better choice
Oregon works well if you have real ties there. But if you are picking a state from scratch with no US presence yet, Wyoming or Delaware often make more sense.
| Factor | Oregon | Wyoming | Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filing fee | $100 | Set by the state, check current fee | Set by the state, check current fee |
| Formation speed | About 1 week | 1 to 3 business days | 1 to 3 business days |
| State income tax | Oregon has a state income tax | No state income tax | Corporate franchise tax applies, check current rules |
| Best fit | Founders with real Oregon ties | Founders who want low cost and speed, no US ties needed | Startups planning to raise venture capital as a C-Corp |
Wyoming tends to suit non-US founders who want a fast, low-friction LLC with no state income tax and no need for a physical presence. Delaware tends to suit founders forming a C-Corporation who expect to raise money from US investors, since many venture investors are familiar with Delaware corporate law. If neither of those reasons apply and you have no Oregon-specific need, it is worth asking during your free consultation whether Wyoming or Delaware fits your plans better before you file in Oregon.
Step-by-step through PowerLaunch
- Book a free 20-minute consultation at powerlaunch.solutions/book if you want to confirm Oregon is the right state for your plans, or go straight to checkout if you are set on Oregon.
- Choose your plan at powerlaunch.solutions/signup. Pick Launch if you just need the entity formed, or Run or Scale if you want ongoing tax filings, bookkeeping, and annual report handling built in.
- Submit your details. PowerLaunch prepares and files your Oregon formation documents, assigns your registered agent, and sets up your virtual mailing and business address.
- Formation typically completes in about a week. PowerLaunch then applies for your EIN, which usually takes 2 to 4 weeks for non-resident owners, or faster with the expedited EIN add-on.
- Once you have your EIN, PowerLaunch can introduce you to Mercury, Wise Business, or Relay for a US business bank account. Final approval is always the bank's decision.
- On Run or Scale, your annual Oregon report and federal filings, including Form 5472 with the pro forma 1120, are handled as part of the plan, tracked in
