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Key Points of Indiana LLCs
Optional Pass-Through Entity Tax (PTET)
Indiana allows certain pass-through entities, including LLCs, to elect a state-level PTET to potentially reduce federal tax burdens while still preserving pass-through treatment.
Liability Protection with Flexibility
Indiana LLCs protect members’ personal assets from business liabilities and offer options for how the entity is managed—by its members or by appointed managers.
Recognized Series LLC Structure
Indiana business law authorizes Series LLCs, giving entrepreneurs options to segregate assets and liabilities under different series in the same LLC umbrella for easier organization and protection.
Understanding Indiana LLCs
An Indiana LLC combines the liability protection of a corporation with the tax flexibility of a partnership, offering business owners both security and adaptability. It’s known for its PTET election option, Series LLC structure, and a relatively straightforward regulatory framework.
What is an Indiana LLC?
An Indiana LLC provides limited liability protection and flexible governance options. It shields members from personal responsibility for business debts, and allows either member‑managed or manager‑managed structures.
An Indiana LLC offers several benefits, including:
Pass‑through taxation, optional PTET election, ability to form Series LLCs, and a legal framework that supports diverse business models. Owners gain predictability, choice, and asset protection.
Pros and Cons of an LLC in Indiana
Starting an Indiana LLC: Benefits
An Indiana LLC protects personal assets from business liabilities, offers flexible management structures, and benefits from pass‑through taxation by default. The PTET option gives additional ways to reduce individual tax exposure, and the Series LLC allows organizing different ventures or assets under one umbrella.
Taxation of an Indiana LLC
Indiana LLCs are taxed by default as pass‑through entities: income flows through to members’ personal tax filings. Indiana allows certain LLCs to elect the PTET, so that the entity pays income tax at the entity level on behalf of owners, offering possible tax advantages.
Starting an Indiana LLC: Drawbacks
Electing PTET adds complexity in tax filing and may have cash flow implications since the entity pays first. Series LLCs require careful record-keeping and separation of operations to maintain liability protection. Also, LLC owners must disclose registered agent and manager/member information publicly.
Who Can Form an LLC in Indiana?
Any individual or business entity can form an LLC in Indiana, including sole proprietors, partnerships, existing businesses, and foreign entities wanting to conduct business in Indiana. At least one organizer must be named, and a registered agent with an Indiana address must be designated.
Types of LLCs in Indiana
Domestic LLC (Indiana‑based LLC)
A domestic LLC is formed under Indiana law and operates within the state, offering limited liability protection and pass‑through taxation.
Foreign LLC (Out‑of‑state LLC registering in Indiana)
A foreign LLC is one formed in another state or country but doing business in Indiana. It must register with the Indiana Secretary of State, appoint an Indiana registered agent, and comply with Indiana’s tax and reporting requirements.
Series LLC
Indiana allows the formation of Series LLCs. A Series LLC can have one or more series under it, each series holding separate assets and liabilities. Proper statutory compliance and separate record‑keeping are required to preserve the liability protections.
Professional LLC (PLLC)
Indiana allows licensed professionals to provide services under an LLC structure. However, some professions may be regulated by licensing boards, which may impose additional rules on name, membership, or standards of practice.
How to Start an LLC in Indiana
Choose a Business Name
Select a unique name that includes "LLC" or "L.L.C." and ensure it’s distinguishable from existing entities in Indiana . Use the Secretary of State’s name search tool to verify availability.
Appoint a Registered Agent
Designate a registered agent to accept legal documents. This can be an individual or a registered service company with a physical address in Indiana.
File the Articles of Organization
Submit Form LLC to the California Secretary of State, providing LLC name, principal office address, and registered agent details.
Create an Operating Agreement
Though not required, it’s recommended to draft an Operating Agreement outlining ownership, governance, and profit distribution to reinforce liability protection and support tax compliance."
Indiana LLC Application
To start an LLC in Indiana, the key step is filing the Articles of Organization with the Indiana Secretary of State. This officially forms your business as a legal entity under Indiana law.
Required Information
- LLC name (which must include a designator such as “Limited Liability Company,” “LLC,” or “L.L.C.”)
- Registered agent’s name and physical Indiana address
- Principal business address
- Organizer’s name and address
- Management structure (whether member‑managed or manager‑managed)
- Duration (whether the LLC is perpetual or has a specified termination date)
- Effective date (which may be immediate or set for a future date)
- Indiana allows PLLCs (Professional Limited Liability Companies) for licensed professionals, which must meet additional regulatory requirements.
The Articles of Organization must include:
Filing Options
- Online: File through Indiana’s online INBiz portal for faster processing.
- By Mail: Paper filings are accepted with the completed Articles of Organization and payment of the required fee.
- In Person: Some filings can be submitted in person at the Secretary of State’s office, subject to standard processing timelines.
Filing Fees
- Biennial Business Entity Report: Indiana LLCs must file a Business Entity Report every two years during the month of their formation or registration.
- Operating Agreement: Not required by the state to be filed, but strongly recommended to govern internal operations, roles, ownership, and financial rules.
- Foreign LLCs (Out‑of‐state LLCs registering in Indiana): Must obtain a Certificate of Authority, designate an Indiana registered agent, and provide formation documentation from their home jurisdiction.
The fee for filing the Articles of Organization is approximately $95 when submitting online, and $100 if submitting by mail.
Post-Filing Requirements:
Indiana LLC Taxation
Income & Corporate‑Tax Options
Indiana LLCs are treated as pass‑through entities by default—profits and losses flow through to members, who report them on personal income tax returns. LLCs may elect to be taxed as corporations if they prefer.
Sales and Use Tax
LLCs selling physical goods or taxable services in Indiana must collect state sales tax (currently 7%) and remit it to the Indiana Department of Revenue. Use tax applies for certain out‑of‑state purchases used in Indiana when no sales tax was collected at purchase.
Employer & Payroll Taxes
If an LLC has employees, it must register for and withhold state income taxes, pay unemployment insurance taxes, and satisfy all state payroll tax obligations.
Indiana LLC Annual FilingIndiana LLC Annual Filing (Business Entity Report / Biennial Report)
What to File
Indiana LLCs are required to file a Business Entity Report every two years (biennially) with the Secretary of State. The report includes: LLC name, principal office address, registered agent information, and any changes in business details.
Filing Deadlines
The report is due every two years during the anniversary month of the LLC’s formation or registration. Even if there are no changes, the report must still be submitted.
Fees & Consequences
The filing fee is $32 for online filing or $50 if filed by mail. Failure to file may result in administrative dissolution or revocation of the LLC’s authorization to conduct business.
Expanding Your Indiana LLC
Registering a Foreign LLC in Indiana
If your LLC was formed in another state but you plan to do business in Indiana, you must file a Foreign Registration Statement (or Certificate of Authority), designate a registered agent in Indiana, and comply with Indiana’s tax and reporting regulations.
Doing Business in Other States
To expand your Indiana LLC into other states, register as a foreign LLC in each state where you operate. This includes filing necessary documentation, obtaining a Certificate of Good Standing from Indiana, appointing local registered agents, and following local tax and licensing requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, most states require you to have a registered agent to handle legal documents and notices during business hours.
While not always required by law, having an operating agreement is a smart move to outline your LLC’s rules and avoid disputes down the road.
An EIN is a federal tax ID; most LLCs need one to open a business bank account, file taxes, or hire employees.