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Delaware LLC cost

Forming an LLC in Delaware costs $110 in state filing fees. Expect about $110 in known state charges in year one and $400 a year after that.

Last checked October 28, 2026 · core fees verified on official state pages.

Delaware LLC fee table

ItemFeeHow oftenStatus
Certificate of Formation$110One timeverified source
Annual LLC tax$400annualverified source
Name reservation (optional)$75One timeverified source
Expedited processing (optional)24-hour: $100 · Same day: $200 · 2-hour: $500 · 1-hour: $1,000Per filingverified
Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs)$200One timeverified source
Registered agent$0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paidYearlytypical market range

State tax: $400 flat annual LLC tax, due June 1 (no annual report). source

Deadlines

Annual tax due June 1 for the prior year; no proration.

Cheapest legal way to form in Delaware

  • File online directly with the state; a paid service is optional.
  • Be your own registered agent if you have a Delaware street address.
  • Skip name reservation and expedite unless you need them.
  • Get your EIN free from the IRS.

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1Where will you form your LLC?

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2What it costs

Delaware LLC cost FAQ

How much does it cost to form an LLC in Delaware?

The state filing fee for the certificate of formation is $110. Known state charges in year one come to about $110, before optional services.

What are the ongoing state fees for a Delaware LLC?

Annual LLC tax $400 (annual). Averaged per year that is about $400. $400 flat annual LLC tax, due June 1 (no annual report).

When is the Delaware LLC report due?

Annual tax due June 1 for the prior year; no proration.

Does Delaware require LLC newspaper publication?

No. Delaware has no newspaper publication requirement for LLCs (only New York, Arizona and Nebraska do).

Can I be my own registered agent in Delaware?

Usually yes, if you have a physical street address in Delaware (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 Delaware?

Foreign LLC registration costs $200, plus Delaware's ongoing report fees.

Sources

Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.

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