How Much Does It Cost to Form an LLC? A State-by-State Guide.
Ready to start your business? Let’s begin by looking at state filing fees. Costs vary by state.
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LLC Costs by State
The cost to file an LLC varies from state to state, ranging from $40 to $500. Use our free LLC fees filing tool to quickly compare different state fees and make an informed decision.
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Upfront LLC Costs
Beyond the state filing fee, there are other initial costs to consider, which vary by state:
Name Reservation Fees:
$10 to $50
Fictitious Business Name Application Fees:
$10 to $50
Business License Costs:
$50 to $100
Permit Fees:
$0 to thousands of dollars
(depending on industry)
Publication Fees:
$40 to $2,000
(applicable in New York, Nebraska, & Arizona)
Ongoing LLC Costs
Once your LLC is established, there are recurring fees to maintain its good standing:
Annual LLC Taxes (Franchise Tax)
$0 to $800
Annual Report Fees:
Up to $500
Registered Agent Fees:
$100 to $300
Business License Renewal Fees:
$20 to $500
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Frequently Asked Questions About State Filing Fees
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LLC filing fees vary from state to state but range from $40 to $500. With our $0 LLC package, you can form your LLC and only pay the fees required by your state. Bizee’s filing services are free.
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No! We pride ourselves on transparency. There are absolutely no hidden costs.
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Find out how to start an LLC in every state with our LLC state information map.
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Filing an LLC can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks. Easily compare state filing times side by side using our state filing times comparison tool.
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Find out if your business name is available in your state with our business name search tool. Use our business license tool to find out if you need a business license. Ready to get started? File your LLC for free
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You pay a one-time fee to form your LLC, but every year (or every two years, if your state requires a biennial report), you’ll need to file an annual report and pay the associated fees.
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You can file your LLC with Bizee for free. You can file the paperwork by yourself too, but you’d still have to pay the relevant state fees, so why go through the hassle of going it alone when you can save time and stress by forming your LLC with Bizee?
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