Georgia keeps LLC formation costs competitive with a straightforward $100 online filing fee—$10 less than the mail option. The state's streamlined digital system processes most filings within seven business days, making it one of the more efficient options in the Southeast. Whether you're forming a new Georgia LLC or registering an out-of-state company to do business here, the pricing structure remains refreshingly transparent.
The state typically reviews its fee structure every few years rather than annually, providing the predictability that helps businesses plan their compliance budgets without worrying about surprise increases mid-formation.
Georgia's fee structure balances affordability with processing speed options.
Your ongoing compliance stays simple with a $50 annual registration fee due every April 1st. Along with paying the fee, you must complete the annual registration process to confirm or update your business information.
Georgia's $100 formation fee and $50 annual registration place it among the most competitive states in the Southeast. When comparing the total first-year costs across neighboring states, Georgia consistently delivers better value without compromising service quality.
Against the national average of $100-$150 for formation and $60-$150 for annual compliance, Georgia sits comfortably below typical costs. States like Massachusetts ($520 formation, $500 annually) or California (low formation fees but substantial ongoing taxes) make Georgia's transparent pricing particularly attractive.
Georgia's value proposition extends beyond just lower fees. The state offers expedited processing options that are more affordable than Delaware's, a stable regulatory environment that doesn't surprise businesses with frequent fee changes, and no franchise tax burden that can scale unpredictably with business growth.
Beyond the basic formation and annual fees, several smaller costs might surface during your Georgia LLC's lifecycle:
Discern automates Georgia's annual registration requirements, processes expedited filings when timing matters, and maintains real-time visibility into your compliance status across all 51 jurisdictions.
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