How to File Articles of Organization in Oregon

In Oregon, as in most states, the primary step in creating a limited liability company (LLC) is to file articles of organization with the state. This is an absolutely crucial document that helps define your business, so it’s important to do it correctly.

An LLC is a business entity that offers liability protection for owners, as well as pass-through taxation, much like a sole proprietorship. 

What are Articles of Organization?

The articles of organization is a legal document you need to file with the state to form your LLC. It will specify details about your company and establish your LLC as an officially registered business entity in Oregon. 

The document is similar to the articles of incorporation you would file to form a corporation instead of an LLC. 

How to File the Oregon Articles of Organization

In Oregon, the process to file articles of organization is quite simple. The crucial first step is gathering the required information about your new LLC, before proceeding with the filing itself. 

Here are the steps you’ll need to take to create your new business entity: 

1. Gather the required information about your business. 

• Business name
• Duration of the LLC
• Principal office address
• Registered agent name and address
• Business mailing address
• Management structure
• Business services
• Organizer name and address
• Member or manager names and addresses

2. Visit the state’s secretary of state’s website 

Find Oregon’s articles of organization form here. You’ll need to register for an account on the site before you can view the online form. It’s easiest to fill out the form online and file immediately, but you can also download it, fill it out and mail it in. 

3. Filling out Articles of Organization Document

First, register for an account on the site.

Once you’ve registered, click start. You’ll then go through the process of registering your business name, entering your business name, duration, mailing address, and contact information. 

Keep scrolling down to fill in your business address, registered agent information, organizer, management structure, and members or managers. 

Once you’ve entered all your information, you’ll have the opportunity to review it all. Then you’ll electronically sign the form.

When filling out your articles of organization form, be sure to double-check that all the information is accurate and up-to-date. Maybe you’ve just moved, or use your middle initial in official documents, such as with your bank account. If you get it wrong now, changing it later can be a real pain. So accuracy is crucial. 

File Articles of Organization 

Once you’ve signed the form, you’ll submit the form.

You’ll be taken to the payment form to pay the filing fee, which in Oregon is $100.

Oregon Secretary of State Contact Info

Oregon Secretary of State

​​​Public Service Building
255 Capitol St. NE, Suite 151
Salem OR 97310

​503-986-2200​​​​​​

The Bottom Line

In Oregon, it’s relatively easy to create an LLC, but you do need to jump through a few hoops. You now have all the information you need to officially create your new business and begin your entrepreneurial journey in the Beaver State.