Business formation

How much does it cost to open an LLC in North Carolina?

Short answer

The Secretary of State charges $125 to file the LLC and $200 every year for the annual report, which is due April 15. The IRS EIN is free.

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What you actually pay

Articles of organization

$125

One-time filing fee paid to the NC Secretary of State to register the LLC.

Annual report

$200 / year

Due every year by April 15 to keep the LLC in good standing.

Beyond the state fees, plan for an operating agreement, a separate business bank account and bookkeeping from the very first month. Failing to file the annual report can lead the state to dissolve the LLC.

The EIN from the IRS costs nothing.
A missing annual report can dissolve your LLC.