What an LLC costs in Florida (2026)

Forming an LLC in Florida costs $125. After that the state charges Annual Report, $139 a year.

Cost	Amount	When
Articles of Organization (Form CR2E047)	$125	Once, to form	dos.fl.gov
Annual Report	Annual Report, $139 a year	Between January 1 and May 1, starting the year after formation	dos.fl.gov

What else an LLC owner pays

The fees above are what the state charges the LLC. The bigger cost is tax on the profit: a single-member LLC pays the same income tax and self-employment tax as a sole proprietor. At $100,000 of profit that comes to $22,461 a year in Florida, fees included. An S corp election can lower it: LLC vs S corp in Florida.

Formation is $100 filing plus $25 registered agent designation. A $400 late fee applies after May 1 and cannot be waived.

Questions

How much does it cost to start an LLC in Florida?

$125 to file the Articles of Organization (Form CR2E047).

How much does an LLC cost per year in Florida?

Annual Report, $139 a year.

When is the Florida LLC report due?

Between January 1 and May 1, starting the year after formation.

Does an LLC pay Florida income tax?

Not by itself, in most cases: a single-member LLC's profit is taxed on the owner's return. Florida has no personal income tax on wages or business income.

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