Alabama LLC fee table
| Item | Fee | How often | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation | $200 | One time | verified source |
| Secretary of State annual report (not accepted from LLCs) | $0 | annual | verified source |
| Name reservation (optional) | $28 | One time | verified source |
| Expedited processing (optional) | Not verified | Per filing | unverified |
| Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs) | $150 | One time | verified source |
| Registered agent | $0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paid | Yearly | typical market range |
State tax: Business privilege tax (Dept. of Revenue); per the 2024 change no return is required when the calculated tax is $100 or less. source
Deadlines
No Secretary of State annual report.
Alabama business privilege tax is separate; no return is required when the calculated tax is $100 or less.
Cheapest legal way to form in Alabama
- File online directly with the state; a paid service is optional.
- Be your own registered agent if you have a Alabama street address.
- Skip name reservation and expedite unless you need them.
- Get your EIN free from the IRS.
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Alabama LLC cost FAQ
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Alabama?
The state filing fee for the certificate of formation is $200. Known state charges in year one come to about $200, before optional services.
What are the ongoing state fees for a Alabama LLC?
Secretary of State annual report (not accepted from LLCs) $0 (annual). Averaged per year that is about $0. Business privilege tax (Dept. of Revenue); per the 2024 change no return is required when the calculated tax is $100 or less.
When is the Alabama LLC report due?
No Secretary of State annual report.
Does Alabama require LLC newspaper publication?
No. Alabama has no newspaper publication requirement for LLCs (only New York, Arizona and Nebraska do).
Can I be my own registered agent in Alabama?
Usually yes, if you have a physical street address in Alabama (not a P.O. box) where you can accept legal papers during business hours. Paid agents typically cost about $100–150 a year.
How much does it cost to register an out-of-state LLC in Alabama?
Foreign LLC registration costs $150, plus Alabama's ongoing report fees.
Sources
Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.
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