How much does it cost to form an LLC in Ohio?

Direct answer · state filing amount

$99

The state filing fee to form an LLC in Ohio is $99 as of October 1, 2026. The $99 covers state formation filing, not registered-agent service, tax, licensing, expedited service, or other optional charges.

Read the official Ohio source ↗

Formation and ongoing requirements at a glance

Formation document, method and charges	Articles of Organization (Form 610), $99. File through Ohio Business Central or submit the paper form. Expedited processing costs extra.
Recurring filing and amount	No general SOS annual report for an ordinary LLC. Keep the statutory agent current. Tax and licensing filings can still apply.
First and later deadlines	No general ordinary-LLC annual report deadline. Update a changed statutory agent or agent address within 30 days. Tax and license dates depend on the activity and accounts.
Registered agent and office	An Ohio-resident individual or qualifying entity authorized in Ohio may serve. Use an Ohio street address at a residence or usual business location open during normal hours with an authorized person present. A PO Box or private mailbox service is not sufficient.
Next steps after filing	Keep the accepted articles, agree the operating terms and obtain an EIN when needed. Review Ohio tax registration, local licenses and any payroll accounts. Keep the statutory agent and service address current.
Taxes and exceptions	No annual SOS report does not mean no annual cost. Taxes, agent service, local permits and other-state registration can apply. Check Ohio Commercial Activity Tax rules against receipts and the filing year rather than assuming every LLC owes it.

Official sources for these requirements

www.ohiosos.gov - official filing, reporting or tax guidance - reviewed October 1, 2026
www.ohiosos.gov - official filing, reporting or tax guidance - reviewed October 1, 2026
www.ohiosos.gov - official filing, reporting or tax guidance - reviewed October 1, 2026
tax.ohio.gov - official filing, reporting or tax guidance - reviewed October 1, 2026

The cost breakdown

State filing	$99 · Articles of Organization (Form 610)
Other charges	The $99 covers state formation filing, not registered-agent service, tax, licensing, expedited service, or other optional charges.
Ongoing obligations	Check tax, license and other applicable obligations separately; they are not included in the formation fee.

What the official source says

The Ohio Secretary of State fee schedule lists $99 for domestic LLC Articles of Organization, Form 610. 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: An ordinary LLC does not file a general annual report with Ohio SOS, but must keep its statutory agent current. State and local tax or licensing duties depend on activity. Official state source

Checked October 1, 2026. Recheck year-specific fees and deadlines.

Registered agent and public information

An Ohio-resident person or qualified entity with an Ohio street address may serve as agent. The SOS publishes agent name and address, but says it does not keep owner/officer lists. Official agent or filing guidance

Another state-specific step

After forming, review taxes, licenses and the statutory-agent address. Agent changes must be updated within 30 days. 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?

Related decisions: Texas vs Wyoming · agent privacy · nonresident banking · a year with no income.

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 Ohio?

An ordinary LLC does not file a general annual report with Ohio SOS, but must keep its statutory agent current. State and local tax or licensing duties depend on activity. Costs for an agent service, taxes, licenses or other-state registration are separate and depend on your case.

Can a paid registered agent make a Ohio LLC anonymous?

No blanket anonymity follows from paying an agent. An Ohio-resident person or qualified entity with an Ohio street address may serve as agent. The SOS publishes agent name and address, but says it does not keep owner/officer lists.

Does an ordinary Ohio LLC file a general SOS annual report?

No. The Ohio Secretary of State says ordinary LLCs have no general annual report; the statutory agent must remain current.

What do I do after filing an Ohio LLC?

Keep the statutory agent and address current, save the filed record, and check tax and local permit duties that apply to the activity.