Filing the Articles of Organization online costs $50; the paper filing costs $105. Name reservation, expedited handling and any agent service are separate.
Official sourceWhat does Missouri charge to form and maintain an LLC?
| Formation document and method | File Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State through its online business filing system or on paper. Online filing lists up to five organizers; six or more need a paper filing. The articles state whether the LLC is member-managed or manager-managed. |
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| Formation charges | $50 for the online filing and $105 on paper. A name reservation costs $25 and lasts up to 60 days. Card and e-check payments carry a small convenience fee that the state does not keep. |
| Recurring filing | None with the Secretary of State. The Secretary of State says limited liability companies do not have to file an annual report. |
| First and later due dates | There is no annual report deadline for an ordinary Missouri LLC. Keep the registered agent and registered office current by filing a change statement when either changes. |
| Registered agent and office | Maintain a Missouri registered office and a registered agent. The agent can be a Missouri resident individual whose business office is the registered office, or a domestic or foreign corporation authorized to do business in Missouri with its business office there. The Secretary of State cannot be the agent. |
| Taxes and other costs | The Secretary of State fee schedule covers entity filings only. State tax registration, local licenses, paid agent service and optional certified copies are outside the $50 and $105 amounts. |
Does a Missouri LLC file an annual report?
No. The Secretary of State answers that limited liability companies do not have to file an annual report, so there is no yearly state filing fee for an ordinary LLC. Update the agent or registered office with a change filing when either changes.
Who can be the Missouri registered agent?
Maintain a Missouri registered office and a registered agent. The agent can be a Missouri resident individual whose business office is the registered office, or a domestic or foreign corporation authorized to do business in Missouri with its business office there. The Secretary of State cannot be the agent.
What comes after the LLC filing?
Keep the accepted formation documents and your operating agreement, obtain an EIN when needed and check Missouri tax registration and local licenses for the business activity.
Use the EIN guide for founders without an SSN if it fits your situation. An EIN does not replace state tax registration.
Which costs are outside the Missouri filing fee?
The Secretary of State fee schedule covers entity filings only. State tax registration, local licenses, paid agent service and optional certified copies are outside the $50 and $105 amounts.
Compare the known state charges in the calculator and the 50-state and DC fee table. If the business works elsewhere, review when another state can require registration before choosing a formation state.
Which official sources support these figures?
- Secretary of State schedule of fees and charges - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Secretary of State corporations and LLC FAQs - reviewed October 1, 2026
- RSMo 347.030, registered office and agent - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Step-by-step guide to registering an LLC online - reviewed October 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Missouri LLCs file an annual report?
No. The Secretary of State says limited liability companies do not have to file an annual report.
How much is the Missouri LLC filing fee online and on paper?
Online costs $50 and paper costs $105. The Secretary of State notes the online saving is $55.
Can I be my own registered agent in Missouri?
Yes, if you are a Missouri resident individual and your business office is the registered office. Another option is a qualifying corporation.
Do I file my Missouri operating agreement with the state?
No. The articles of organization are the only creation document filed, and the Secretary of State will not accept an operating agreement.
How long can a Missouri LLC name be reserved?
A reservation lasts up to 60 days and can be renewed for two more 60-day periods. A reservation costs $25.
Official sources reviewed October 1, 2026. This guide covers an ordinary domestic LLC, not a personal legal or tax ruling. Government charges can change.