How Much Does an LLC Cost in Georgia?

Georgia LLC formation costs $110 to file Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State (O.C.G.A. §§ 14-11-204 to 14-11-206). After formation, you'll pay $60 annually for the required Annual Registration, due between January 1 and April 1 each year. Expedited processing adds $120–$1,200 depending on speed. Additional costs—such as registered agent fees, business licenses, and taxes—vary by location and business type.

Initial Formation Cost

The base filing fee is $110 for standard online filing of your Articles of Organization. Processing takes approximately 7 business days at no additional charge.

Georgia offers expedited options:

Two-business-day processing: +$120
Same-business-day processing (before noon): +$275
One-hour paper processing: +$1,200

Online filing is the fastest and most economical option.

Annual Compliance Costs

Every Georgia LLC must file an Annual Registration between January 1 and April 1 each year (O.C.G.A. § 14-11-603). The filing fee is $60.

Missing the deadline triggers a $25 late-filing penalty. If you don't file within 60 days of notice from the Secretary of State, your LLC faces administrative dissolution. Reinstatement costs $260 plus all delinquent fees and penalties.

Additional Expenses

Beyond state filing fees, budget for:

Registered agent: Required by law; costs $50–$300+ annually (you can serve as your own agent at no cost)
Business licenses: Local requirements vary by city and industry
State income tax: Georgia's flat rate is 5.19% on pass-through LLC income (O.C.G.A. Title 48, Chapter 7)
Sales tax registration: Required if you sell taxable goods; register at https://dor.georgia.gov/tax-registration
Federal EIN: Free from the IRS

Total First-Year Estimate

Expect $110–$1,200 for formation (depending on processing speed) plus $60 for annual registration due the following year. Additional costs depend on your tax structure, registered agent choice, and sales tax obligations.

This is general information, not legal advice.