LLC COST GUIDE · OCTOBER 27, 2026 Louisiana State filing fee: $125

Louisiana LLC cost

Louisiana LLC Cost (2026)

Official Louisiana LLC formation filing fee, report or franchise charges, and first-year cost estimate from government sources.

Fees checked: October 27, 2026 · Sources: official state filing offices

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Not legal or tax advice. Confirm current fees on the linked official sources before you file.

Quick cost snapshot

Formation filing$125Official state filing fee
Report / recurring$35$35 annual report
Franchise / privilegeNoneNone separate on SOS commercial fee schedule
Name reservation$25Optional unless noted

Fees checked: October 27, 2026 (America/New_York). Confirm on the linked official pages before you file.

Formation filing fee

Louisiana domestic LLC formation filing fee: $125.

Fee timing

Commercial Division fees increased effective October 1, 2026 (Act 921). Figures above are the post-increase schedule.

Registered agent

A registered agent with a physical address in Louisiana is required (rules vary). Commercial agent fees are private-market prices, not the state formation fee.

Publication requirement

None

First-year cost estimate

Approach Rough first-year total
DIY (state fees) ~$160 with first annual report
With a formation service State fees plus the service package price

FAQ

Are these fees guaranteed?

No. Legislatures and filing offices change schedules. Use the Sources links for the controlling amounts.

Is this legal or tax advice?

No. General information only. Consult a licensed attorney or tax professional for your situation.

Sources

  1. Louisiana SOS Fee Schedule Effective 10/1/26 (PDF)

Checked October 27, 2026.