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Calculate the true total cost of forming and maintaining your US LLC over 1 to 5 years.

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Formation ($599) includes registered agent 1st year, EIN, and bank account. Annual costs: registered agent ($99/yr) + annual report (varies by state).

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What Goes Into LLC Costs?

Understanding the full picture helps you budget correctly and avoid surprises.

Formation Fee

One-time fee to create your LLC. StartGlobal's $599 covers the state filing fee, registered agent, EIN, and bank account.

Annual Report

Most states require an annual or biennial report. With StartGlobal, annual compliance is $299-$599/year depending on state.

Franchise Tax

Some states charge a franchise/privilege tax. $0 in Wyoming, $300+ in Delaware, $800 in California.

Registered Agent

Required in every state to receive legal documents. $99/year after the first year (included free with formation).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to form an LLC?
With StartGlobal, LLC formation is $599 all-inclusive regardless of state. This covers formation filing, registered agent (first year), EIN, operating agreement, and US bank account setup. Buying these services separately from different providers would cost $975 or more.
What are the annual costs of maintaining an LLC?
Annual costs include your annual report/compliance fee ($299-$599/year depending on state) and registered agent service ($99/year). Formation is a one-time $599 fee that includes your first year registered agent, EIN, and bank account setup.
Which state has the lowest total LLC cost?
Wyoming consistently has the lowest total cost of ownership: $599 formation (year 1), then $99/year registered agent + $299/year annual report from year 2. Over 5 years, a Wyoming LLC costs $2,191 total.
Does StartGlobal charge extra for different states?
No. StartGlobal charges a flat $599 for LLC formation regardless of which state you choose. This includes formation filing, registered agent (first year), EIN, and bank account setup. The state filing fee is included in our price.
What is a registered agent and why do I need one?
A registered agent is a person or company that receives legal documents on behalf of your LLC. Every state requires one. StartGlobal includes registered agent service in the first year with formation. Renewal is $99/year.