Hawaii LLC fee table
| Item | Fee | How often | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $50 | One time | verified source |
| Annual report | $15 | annual | verified source |
| Name reservation (optional) | not verified | One time | unverified |
| Expedited processing (optional) | Expedite: $25 | Per filing | verified |
| Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs) | $51 | One time | unverified secondary source |
| Registered agent | $0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paid | Yearly | typical market range |
Deadlines
Due at the end of the quarter of the registration month. No report in the year of registration.
Cheapest legal way to form in Hawaii
- File online directly with the state; a paid service is optional.
- Be your own registered agent if you have a Hawaii street address.
- Skip name reservation and expedite unless you need them.
- Get your EIN free from the IRS.
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Hawaii LLC cost FAQ
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Hawaii?
The state filing fee for the articles of organization is $50. Known state charges in year one come to about $50, before optional services.
What are the ongoing state fees for a Hawaii LLC?
Annual report $15 (annual). Averaged per year that is about $15.
When is the Hawaii LLC report due?
Due at the end of the quarter of the registration month. No report in the year of registration.
Does Hawaii require LLC newspaper publication?
No. Hawaii has no newspaper publication requirement for LLCs (only New York, Arizona and Nebraska do).
Can I be my own registered agent in Hawaii?
Usually yes, if you have a physical street address in Hawaii (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 Hawaii?
Foreign LLC registration costs $51 (per a secondary source; not confirmed on the official page in our latest check), plus Hawaii's ongoing report fees.
Sources
Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.
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