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Arizona LLC Operating Agreement Template

Updated September 1, 2023 | Legally reviewed by Brooke Davis

An Arizona LLC operating agreement configures ownership division, profit distribution, management methods, member obligations, and other company regulations.

The rules will default to the State laws if you don’t have an operating agreement. It can leave you and your company in a vulnerable position and can significantly affect multi-member LLCs. The document is vital even if you’re the sole owner of a company. In any disputes or legal proceedings, you’ll be more aware of how they will proceed.

Is an LLC Operating Agreement Required in Arizona?

NO, An LLC in Arizona doesn’t require an operating agreement, but it’s an essential internal document for your business.

Table of Contents
  • Laws
  • Costs and Fees
  • How to Form an LLC in Arizona
  • Sample

Laws

The general operating agreement laws are in Title 29, Chapter 7 of the Arizona Revised Statutes:

  • Section 29-3105: Operating agreement; scope, function and limitations.
  • Section 29-3106: Operating agreement; effect on limited liability company and persons becoming members; preformation agreement.
  • Section 29-3107: Operating agreement; amendment; effect on third parties and relationship to records effective on behalf of limited liability company.

Costs and Fees

Arizona sets some of the most affordable fees for forming an LLC:

  • Articles of organization filing fee – $50 for domestic applicants ($150 for foreign LLCs).
  • Name reservation fee – $10 by post ($45 online).

How to Form an LLC in Arizona

If you’re wondering how to register an Arizona limited liability company, follow these six steps:

Step 1 – Reserve Your Name (Optional)

Arizona doesn’t require LLC name registration before submitting your articles of organization. But if you want to reserve it while you prepare the documents, you can do that. A name reservation with the Arizona Corporation Commission lasts for 120 days. It prevents any other individual or company from using your chosen name.

Check the ACC Entity Name Search. Corporation laws state you must choose a unique name that isn’t held by another business.

To apply through mail, download the application to Reserve LLC Name from the ACC website. Then send the completed form with a cover letter to Arizona Corporation Commission, Corporations Division – Examination Section, 1300 W. Washington St., Phoenix, Arizona 85007. Or, for a faster option, apply online at the ACC website.

Step 2 – Nominate a Statutory Agent

Once you’ve selected an agent, you must file a Statutory Agent Acceptance form. This is usually filed together with your articles of organization. You can download the Statutory Agent Acceptance Form M002 from the ACC website. Your agent will need to sign the form to accept the position officially.

Step 3 – File the Articles of Organization

Once your submission is approved, you’ll officially own an LLC. If you don’t receive approval, the ACC will provide a list of reasons and steps to take in the future.

By Mail

You can choose to submit your entire application packet by mail:

  • Download the articles of organization form.
  • Fill it out online (no handwriting).
  • Attach your Statutory Agent Acceptance and cover letter.
  • Include the $50 fee by check, money order, or credit card information.
  • Send everything to Arizona Corporation Commission – Corporate Filings Section.

Online

To submit your documents online, head to the ACC website and create an eCorp account. You can upload your documents, fill out the proper forms, and complete your payment.

Step 4 – Create Your Operating Agreement

Luckily, the operating agreement isn’t legally required in Arizona. You don’t need a lawyer to draw up a contract; you can use our Arizona operating agreement template. Fill in the required information and circulate the document to all company members.

Step 5 – Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)

After your articles of organization get approved, you’ll need your EIN application. This registration with the IRS will identify your LLC as a business for tax purposes. If you don’t have employees, you might not need an EIN.

But an EIN can be helpful in other regards, like business banking and taxation, so it’s a good idea to apply. You can apply online or by mail through the Internal Revenue Service.

Step 6 – Satisfy Arizona’s LLC Publishing Requirements

A unique element of Arizona LLC formation is the publication requirement. The rule states that your notice of LLC formation should be published within 60 days in an Arizona-based newspaper.

The ACC provides a helpful list of approved newspapers to choose from. But if you’re registering your LLC in Maricopa or Pima counties, you can skip this step.

Sample

You can download our LLC operating agreement template customized for Arizona.

Arizona LLC Operating Agreement Template

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