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South Dakota LLC cost

Forming an LLC in South Dakota costs $150 in state filing fees. Expect about $150 in known state charges in year one and $55 a year after that.

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

South Dakota LLC fee table

ItemFeeHow oftenStatus
Online Articles of Organization$150One timeverified source
Annual report$55annualverified source
Name reservation (optional)not verifiedOne timeunverified
Expedited processing (optional)Not verifiedPer filingunverified
Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs)$750One timeverified source
Registered agent$0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paidYearlytypical market range

Deadlines

Due the first day of the anniversary month of the original filing, every year.

Cheapest legal way to form in South Dakota

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

South Dakota LLC cost calculator

1Where will you form your LLC?

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2What it costs

South Dakota LLC cost FAQ

How much does it cost to form an LLC in South Dakota?

The state filing fee for the online articles of organization is $150. Known state charges in year one come to about $150, before optional services.

What are the ongoing state fees for a South Dakota LLC?

Annual report $55 (annual). Averaged per year that is about $55.

When is the South Dakota LLC report due?

Due the first day of the anniversary month of the original filing, every year.

Does South Dakota require LLC newspaper publication?

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

Can I be my own registered agent in South Dakota?

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

Foreign LLC registration costs $750, plus South Dakota's ongoing report fees.

Sources

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

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