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How Much Does an LLC Cost in Georgia?

Forming an LLC in Georgia means filing the Articles of Organization with the Georgia Secretary of State. The calculator below separates official government fees from estimates, and fixed costs from variable ones.

Entity type
LLCCorporation

An S corporation is a federal tax election, not a state entity type — both LLCs and corporations may qualify for it.

Registered agent

First-year government fees — Georgia LLC

$100

First-year government fees for a Georgia LLC: $100

Official state fees

Articles of Organization filing fee$100

Ongoing fixed fees

Annual registration feeDue between January 1 and April 1 each year, beginning the year after formation$50 / yr

≈ $50/yr annualized for comparison — actual payment schedule shown above.

Five-year outlook

Fixed government fees (5 yrs)$300
Estimated total (5 yrs)$300

Educational estimate based on official fee schedules verified July 12, 2026 — not legal or tax advice. Fees, rules, and processing times change; confirm with the state or a qualified professional before relying on them.

The numbers behind this page

Every figure comes from the typed data record for Georgia, verified July 12, 2026 against the sources listed at the bottom of this page.

Formation fees — Georgia LLC
FeeAmountScheduleType
Articles of Organization filing fee

Online fee; paper filings cost $110.

$100One-timeOfficial state fee

† Partially verified — corroborated but not confirmed on a machine-readable official page.

Recurring & conditional obligations — Georgia LLC
FeeAmountScheduleType
Annual registration fee

Online fee; paper filings cost $60. Up to three years can be prepaid at once.

$50AnnualDue between January 1 and April 1 each year, beginning the year after formationOfficial state fee

† Partially verified — corroborated but not confirmed on a machine-readable official page.

Filing process & processing times

File online through Georgia's eCorp portal or by mail.

Processing options for Georgia LLC filings
OptionTypical turnaroundAdded feeNotes
Standard processing5–10 business daysNoneOnline filings are processed in roughly a week; paper takes longer
Two-business-day expedited service2–2 business days$100
Same-day expedited service0–1 business days$250Available for filings submitted before noon

Processing times are estimates based on currently available official guidance and change with filing volume — they are not guaranteed.

Registered agent costs

Every Georgia LLCmust continuously maintain a registered agent with a physical in-state address. Acting as your own agent costs $0 where you meet the state's eligibility rules; commercial services typically run $100–$300 per year. The calculator uses $200 — the midpoint of that range — when you choose a hired service.

Midpoint of the typical advertised price range for national commercial registered-agent services as of July 2026 (e.g. Northwest Registered Agent $125/yr, ZenBusiness $199/yr, LegalZoom $249/yr). Budget providers advertise below this range and premium corporate-service firms above it. Serving as your own agent costs $0 where you meet state eligibility rules.

Worth knowing about Georgia

  • Georgia corporations (but not LLCs) must publish a notice of intent to incorporate in the county legal-organ newspaper — a flat $40 paid to the paper.

Georgia LLC cost FAQs

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

The Georgia Secretary of State charges $100 to file the Articles of Organization. That figure excludes optional services and any variable taxes, which depend on your circumstances.

What are the ongoing costs of an LLC in Georgia?

Georgia LLCs generally must pay the annual registration fee of $50 per year (due between January 1 and April 1 each year, beginning the year after formation).

How long does it take to form an LLC in Georgia?

Standard processing generally takes about 5–10 business days. Expedited options are available: two-business-day expedited service for $100 and same-day expedited service for $250. Processing times change with filing volume, so confirm current turnaround with the state before relying on a date.

Do I need a registered agent for an LLC in Georgia?

Yes. Every Georgia LLC must continuously maintain a registered agent with a physical address in the state to receive legal and official mail. You can generally act as your own agent at no cost if you meet the state's eligibility rules, or hire a commercial service — typically $100–$300 per year. Whether serving as your own agent is practical depends on your circumstances, including privacy and availability during business hours.

When is the Georgia annual registration fee due?

Due between January 1 and April 1 each year, beginning the year after formation. Online fee; paper filings cost $60. Up to three years can be prepaid at once. Missing the deadline can trigger late fees or administrative dissolution, so put the date on your compliance calendar.

What this page doesn't cover

  • Federal, state, and local taxes beyond the fixed fees shown — income-dependent taxes are listed as variable obligations and never included in exact totals.
  • Business licenses, local permits, industry-specific registrations, and DBA filings.
  • Attorney, accountant, or filing-service fees beyond the labeled registered-agent estimate.
  • Whether an LLC — or Georgia — is the right choice for your situation. FormedIn provides general educational information, not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice, and nothing here recommends an entity type or formation state for any specific person.

Fees, rules, deadlines, and processing times change. Confirm current requirements with the Georgia Secretary of State and consult a qualified attorney, CPA, or tax professional about your specific circumstances.

Sources

Georgia data last verified July 12, 2026.

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