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State-by-State Business Formation Guide
Explore LLC filing costs, processing times and requirements state by state. Online LLC filing is open today in Virginia, the District of Columbia and Maryland; every other state is on hold.
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Understanding State-Specific Formation Costs
Forming a business in the United States involves navigating a complex landscape of state-specific fees, processing times, and compliance requirements. Whether you’re establishing an LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp, costs can range dramatically, from as low as $35 in Montana for an LLC to $500 in Massachusetts. At Critical Business Solutions, we simplify this process with a Basic service fee of $99 for your first formation ($149 for each Basic formation after that), handling all state filings and documentation for you. Below, find a comprehensive guide to business formation costs and requirements across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
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State-by-State Formation Fees & Requirements
Use the table below to find specific details for your state, including initial filing fees for LLCs and Corporations, renewal costs, processing times, and privacy considerations. Our Basic fee ($99 for your first formation, $149 for each one after) applies uniformly across all states, covering preparation and filing on your behalf.
| State | LLC Filing Fee | Corp Filing Fee | Renewal Cost | Processing Time | Privacy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $200 | $200 | $0 if BPT owed is $100 or less, else BPT (Annual; Corp +$10 report) | 1-2 weeks | Owner info public |
| Alaska | $250 | $250 | $100 (Biennial) | 10-15 business days | Owner info public |
| Arizona | $50 | $60 | $0 (LLC) / $45 (Corp, Annual) | 14-16 days (regular) | Owner info public |
| Arkansas | $45 | $45 | $150 min franchise tax (Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Owner info public |
| California | $70 | $100 | $800 tax + $20 (LLC, Biennial SOI) / $800 min tax + $25 (Corp, Annual) | 1-3 business days (online) | Owner info public |
| Colorado | $50 | $50 | $25 (Annual) | Immediate (online) | Owner info public |
| Connecticut | $120 | $250 | $80 (LLC) / $150 (Corp, Annual) | Usually immediate (online) | Owner info public |
| Delaware | $110 | $109 | $400 (LLC tax) / $225+ (Corp, Annual: $50 report + $175 min tax) | 2-3 weeks | High privacy; owners not public |
| Florida | $125 | $70 | $138.75 (LLC) / $150 (Corp, Annual) | Up to 1 week (online) | Owner info public |
| Georgia | $110 | $110 | $60 (Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Owner info public |
| Hawaii | $50 | $50 | $15 (Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Owner info public |
| Idaho | $100 | $100 | $0 (Annual) | 7-10 days | Managers/officers public |
| Illinois | $150 | $150 | $75 (Annual) | 10 business days (online) | Owner info public |
| Indiana | $95 | $95 | $32 (Biennial, online) | 3-5 weeks (mail) | Managers/officers public |
| Iowa | $50 | $50 | $30 (LLC) / $60 (Corp, Biennial) | 1-2 weeks | Owner info public |
| Kansas | $85 | $85 | $90 (Biennial, online) | Immediate (online) | Owner info public |
| Kentucky | $40 | $50 | $15 (Annual) | Same day to 3 business days | Managers/officers public |
| Louisiana | $125 | $95 | $35 (Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Owner info public |
| Maine | $175 | $145 | $85 (Annual) | 2-3 weeks | Owner info public |
| Maryland | $100 | $120 | $300 (Annual) | 6-8 weeks (online) | Managers/officers public |
| Massachusetts | $500 | $275 | $500 (LLC) / $125 (Corp, Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Managers/officers public |
| Michigan | $50 | $60 | $25 (Annual) | Up to 10 business days | LLC owners not public; corp officers public |
| Minnesota | $155 | $155 | $0 (Annual renewal) | 2-5 business days | Managers/officers public |
| Mississippi | $50 | $50 | $0 (LLC) / $25 (Corp, Annual) | Same day (online) | Owner info public |
| Missouri | $50 | $58 | $0 (LLC) / $20 (Corp, Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Owner info public |
| Montana | $35 | $35 | $20 (Annual; waived if filed on time in 2026 and 2027) | Up to 10 business days | Owner info public |
| Nebraska | $100 | $100 | $25 (LLC) / $26+ (Corp, Biennial) | About 1 week | LLC owners not public; corp officers public |
| Nevada | $425 | $725 | $350 (LLC) / $650+ (Corp, Annual) | Same day (online) | Managers/officers public |
| New Hampshire | $100 | $100 | $100 (Annual) | Up to 5 business days | Managers/officers public |
| New Jersey | $100 | $100 | $75 (Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Owner info public |
| New Mexico | $50 | $100 | $0 (LLC) / $25 (Corp, Biennial) | 1-2 weeks | LLC owners not public; corp officers public |
| New York | $200 | $125 | $9 (Biennial) | 1-2 weeks | High privacy; owners not public |
| North Carolina | $125 | $125 | $200 (LLC, Annual) / $25 (Corp, Annual) | 5-10 business days | Managers/officers public |
| North Dakota | $135 | $100 | $50 (LLC, Annual) / $25 (Corp, Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Managers/officers public |
| Ohio | $99 | $99 | $0 (no annual report) | 3-7 business days | High privacy; owners not public |
| Oklahoma | $100 | $50 | $25 (LLC, Annual) / $0 (Corp) | 1-2 weeks | High privacy; owners not public |
| Oregon | $100 | $100 | $100 (Annual) | Same or next business day (online) | Managers/officers public |
| Pennsylvania | $125 | $125 | $7 (Annual) | Up to 15 business days | Managers/officers public |
| Rhode Island | $150 | $230 | $50 (Annual) + $400 min. state tax | About 2 business days | Managers/officers public |
| South Carolina | $110 | $135 | $0 (LLC) / $25 min. license fee (Corp, Annual, filed with SCDOR) | 1-2 weeks | High privacy; owners not public |
| South Dakota | $150 | $150 | $55 (Annual) | Immediate (online) | Managers/officers public |
| Tennessee | $300 | $100 | $300 (LLC) / $20 (Corp, Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Owner info public |
| Texas | $300 | $300 | $0 (Annual PIR; franchise tax only above $2.65M revenue) | 1-2 weeks | Managers/officers public |
| Utah | $59 | $59 | $18 (Annual) | Immediate (online); 5-7 business days if manual review | Managers/officers public |
| Vermont | $155 | $155 | $45 (LLC) / $60 (Corp, Annual) | Under 1 business day (online) | Owner info public |
| Virginia | $100 | $75 | $50 (LLC) / $100+ (Corp, Annual) | Immediate (online) | LLC owners not public; corp officers public |
| Washington | $180 | $180 | $70 (Annual) | 1-2 weeks | Managers/officers public |
| West Virginia | $100 | $100 | $25 (Annual) | 5-10 business days | Owner info public |
| Wisconsin | $130 | $100 | $25 (Annual) | Up to 5 business days | Owner info public |
| Wyoming | $100 | $100 | $60 min (Annual license tax) | Immediate (online) | LLC owners not public; corp officers public |
| Washington, D.C. | $99 | $99 | $300 (Biennial) | 5 business days (online) | Owner info public |
Fees checked against each state’s official sources on October 3, 2026. Some renewal costs include a state minimum tax, as each row notes. Note: Fees are subject to change by state authorities.
Basic: $99 + state costs, first formation
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Let Critical Business Solutions handle the complexities of state-specific business formation for a Basic fee of $99 plus state costs on your first formation ($149 on each one after). Start your LLC filing online, open today in Virginia, the District of Columbia and Maryland, or book a free service call.