Filing Your Indiana LLC Online — INBiz Guide
Indiana's INBiz portal (inbiz.in.gov) is the state's primary platform for LLC formation and all subsequent business filings. While Indiana does accept mail filings ($100), the online system is faster ($95) and offers real-time processing updates. See our complete formation guide for the full process.
About INBiz
INBiz (Indiana Business in a Box) is the Indiana Secretary of State's comprehensive business portal:
- Account-based — Create a free account to manage all filings
- Real-time status — Track your filing progress online
- Document storage — Access filed documents anytime
- Multiple services — Formation, reports, amendments, and more
- Payment options — Credit card, debit card, electronic check
What You Need
- Email address for account creation
- LLC name (verified available)
- Principal office and mailing address
- Registered agent name and Indiana street address
- Management type decision (member-managed or manager-managed)
- Payment method for $95 fee
Filing Process
Ready to get started?
Get Started- Create or log into INBiz account (inbiz.in.gov)
- Select "File Online" > "New Business Entity" > "Domestic LLC"
- Complete the multi-step form (name, addresses, agent, organizer, management)
- Review all information
- Pay $95 ($145 with expedited 24-hour processing)
- Receive confirmation email with tracking number
- Wait 5-7 business days (standard) or 24 hours (expedited)
Processing Times
| Option | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard online | 5-7 business days | $95 |
| Expedited online | 24 hours (next business day) | $145 |
| 2-4 weeks | $100 |
Advantages of Online Filing Through INBiz
- $5 cheaper than mail ($95 vs $100)
- Faster processing (5-7 days vs 2-4 weeks)
- Immediate confirmation
- Real-time status tracking
- Expedited option available (24-hour for +$50)
- All documents stored digitally in your account
- Same account used for future Business Entity Reports
FAQ
Ready to get started?
Get StartedCan I file by mail instead?
Yes, for $100 (vs $95 online). Mail to: Indiana Secretary of State, Business Services Division, 302 W. Washington St., Room E018, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Processing: 2-4 weeks.
What if the system is down?
INBiz occasionally has maintenance windows. Wait and try again. For urgent filings, you can mail the documents as a backup.
Do I get paper documents mailed to me?
No. All documents are electronic, accessible through your INBiz account. Order certified copies separately if needed.