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How do I form an S Corp in Utah?

Author

James Craig

Published Apr 07, 2026

  1. Step 1: Name Your LLC. Choosing a company name is the first and most important step in starting your LLC in Utah.
  2. Step 2: Choose Your Utah Registered Agent.
  3. Step 3: File the Utah LLC Certificate of Organization.
  4. Step 4: Create an LLC Operating Agreement.
  5. Step 5: Get an EIN and Complete Form 2553 on the IRS Website.

Does Utah recognize S corporations?

Utah Division of Corporations&Commercial Code. Certain small corporations may elect to be taxed as S corporations if they meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code.

How much does it cost to start an S Corp in Utah?

You will need to file the Utah Articles of Incorporation to set up a corporation in Utah. The Articles of Incorporation is the document that officially creates your Utah corporation. You may file it by mail, by fax, in person, or online with the Utah Department of Commerce. The filing cost is $70.

Does Utah have a minimum tax?

State and Federal Taxes Domestic and foreign corporations are required to pay a 5% state income or franchise tax on income earned in Utah. The minimum tax for state banks and corporations is $100.

How to Form a Corporation in Utah

  1. Choose a corporate name.
  2. File your Articles of Incorporation.
  3. Appoint a registered agent.
  4. Start a corporate records book.
  5. Prepare corporate bylaws.
  6. Appoint initial directors.
  7. Hold first Board of Directors meeting.
  8. Issue stock to shareholders.

Does Utah tax S corporations?

An S corporation is not subject to Utah income tax. However, shareholders are liable for Utah income tax in their separate or individual capacities. An S corporation must withhold Utah tax on all nonresident individual pass-through entity taxpayers and all resident or nonresident business pass-through entity taxpayers.

Which of the following if any are eligible shareholders of an S corporation?

The following persons are eligible to file as S corporation shareholders: U.S. citizens. Permanent residents. Qualified subchapter S trusts.

Where do I get a Utah corporation tax form?

The Tax Commission does not mail forms for fi ling corporate taxes. Get forms at by calling the Forms Hotline at 801-297-6700 or 1-800-662-4335, ext. 6700. Note: SeeWhat to Attach and What to Keep later in these General Instructions for what federal information is required with the Utah return. Franchise Tax

How does A S corporation work in Utah?

An S corporation is an ordinary business formed and operated under a state’s general corporation law. It is like any other corporation, except for this difference: It is like any other partnership for federal income tax purposes. The S corporation files an “information” tax return to report its income and expenses, but it is not separately taxed.

How to file a tc-20s Utah’s corporation return?

† TC-20if Corporation fi led federal form 1120, 1120-IC-DISC † TC-20Sif S Corporation fi led federal form 1120S † TC-20MCif Corporation fi led federal forms 1120-H, 1120-RIC, 1120-REIT, 990-T or 8023 E-Filing is Easier! E-fi ling is the easiest and most accurate way to fi le.

Where do I file a tax return as a S corporation?

(Form 1128 Instructions (Adobe PDF) Form 2553, Election by a Small Business Corporation (Adobe PDF), must be filed to qualify as an S corporation. This form should also be to file shareholder consents and to select a tax year. Form 2553 should be filed with the Internal Revenue Service Center where the S corporation will file its income tax return.