The state filing fee to form an LLC in New York is $200 as of October 1, 2026. Most LLCs also face a newspaper-publication requirement, newspaper charges, and a $50 Certificate of Publication filing fee. These are not included in $200.
Read the official New York source ↗Formation and ongoing requirements at a glance
| Formation document, method and charges | Articles of Organization, $200. File online or using the Department of State paper/fax methods. Most LLCs must also publish and pay a $50 Certificate of Publication filing fee. |
|---|---|
| Recurring filing and amount | Biennial Statement $9 every two years. A separate annual IT-204-LL tax filing fee can apply depending on classification and New York activity. |
| First and later deadlines | Written operating agreement before, at formation or within 90 days. Complete required publication and file its certificate within 120 days. First Biennial Statement: two years after original filing, in that calendar month; later statements every two years in that month. |
| Registered agent and office | The Secretary of State is the statutory agent for service of process. Supply the forwarding address in the articles and keep it current. An optional additional registered agent does not remove the Secretary of State designation or make the forwarding address private. |
| Next steps after filing | Save the filing receipt and adopt the written operating agreement within the statutory window. Get the county clerk newspaper designations, complete publication and file the certificate. Obtain an EIN when needed, review tax accounts and calendar the biennial statement. |
| Taxes and exceptions | Newspaper prices vary. The IT-204-LL filing fee ranges from $25 to $4,500 for covered LLCs based on classification and New York-source receipts; the rule is not a universal fixed annual charge. Taxes, payroll, permits and agent service are separate. |
Official sources for these requirements
- dos.ny.gov - official filing, reporting or tax guidance - reviewed October 1, 2026
- dos.ny.gov - official filing, reporting or tax guidance - reviewed October 1, 2026
- dos.ny.gov - official filing, reporting or tax guidance - reviewed October 1, 2026
- www.tax.ny.gov - official filing, reporting or tax guidance - reviewed October 1, 2026
The cost breakdown
| State filing | $200 · Articles of Organization |
|---|---|
| Other charges | Most LLCs also face a newspaper-publication requirement, newspaper charges, and a $50 Certificate of Publication filing fee. These are not included in $200. |
| Ongoing obligations | New York has other filing and tax obligations; the publication requirement is particularly important to budget. |
What the official source says
New York lists a $200 Articles of Organization filing fee. Most LLCs must publish in two newspapers for six consecutive weeks and file a $50 Certificate of Publication. See the state source ↗
Before you file
Check the current state filing instructions, choose a registered agent that meets the state rules, and budget separately for any annual obligations. If you will operate in another state, you may also need to register there. This guide is a cost starting point, not a filing service.
Budget for the first year and later years
First year: Start with the state formation figure above. Add a qualified registered agent (a paid service only if needed), any registration where you actually operate, local permits and chosen professional services. There is no universal total.
Later years: The $9 Biennial Statement repeats every two years in the original filing month. A separate IT-204-LL annual tax filing fee may apply. Publication is a formation-stage obligation, not an annual renewal. Official state source
Checked October 1, 2026. Recheck year-specific fees and deadlines.
Registered agent and public information
The New York Secretary of State is the statutory agent for service of process; the LLC supplies a forwarding address. The Department of State says that service-of-process address is available in its entity search; it does not generally maintain LLC members’ or managers’ names and addresses. Review the filing fields before using a personal address. Official agent or filing guidance
Another state-specific step
LLCs file a $9 Biennial Statement every two years in the month of original filing or authorization. Official guidance
Questions before filing
- Where is the work actually done, and are there employees, an office or property in another state?
- Which filings and taxes continue in later years, even if revenue is zero?
- Which addresses and management details appear in state records?
- What does the agent cost, if a paid service is needed?
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These facts are not a personal tax, legal or licensing determination. Confirm the latest source and the facts of your case before filing.
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Frequently asked questions
What does it cost to keep an LLC in New York?
The $9 Biennial Statement repeats every two years in the original filing month. A separate IT-204-LL annual tax filing fee may apply. Publication is a formation-stage obligation, not an annual renewal.
Can a paid registered agent make a New York LLC anonymous?
No blanket anonymity follows from paying an agent. The New York Secretary of State is the statutory agent for service of process; the LLC supplies a forwarding address. The Department of State says that service-of-process address is available in its entity search; it does not generally maintain LLC members’ or managers’ names and addresses. Review the filing fields before using a personal address.
How much does New York LLC publication cost?
The state requires publication in two county-clerk-designated newspapers for six weeks and a $50 Certificate of Publication. Newspaper prices vary by county, so the $200 formation fee is not a full total.
Is the New York LLC biennial statement an annual fee?
No. The state lists a $9 statement due every two years in the month of the entity’s original filing or authorization.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in New York?
The state filing fee to form an LLC in New York is $200 as of October 1, 2026. Most LLCs also face a newspaper-publication requirement, newspaper charges, and a $50 Certificate of Publication filing fee. These are not included in $200.
Does the $200 cover every cost?
No. The $200 is the state formation filing amount. Most LLCs also face a newspaper-publication requirement, newspaper charges, and a $50 Certificate of Publication filing fee. These are not included in $200.
When must a New York LLC adopt its operating agreement?
Before formation, at formation or within 90 days after filing the Articles of Organization. The agreement must be written.
Does every New York LLC owe one fixed annual filing fee?
No. The $9 Biennial Statement is every two years. IT-204-LL is a separate annual tax filing fee for covered LLCs, based on classification and New York activity.
Checked October 1, 2026. Government fees and rules can change. Use the official source linked above for the latest requirements; this page is general information, not legal or tax advice.
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