Minimum $800 franchise tax per year regardless of income
At a glance
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State LLC filing fee | $75 |
| Processing time | 4 weeks |
| Expedited formation | 2 days — $70 |
| Annual report | $20 (every 2 years) |
| Annual report due | 90 days, then every 2 years |
| Franchise tax | $800 per year (min.) |
| Newspaper publication | no |
How to form an LLC in California
- Name check — the name must be unique in the state registry.
- Registered agent — required for every LLC; we provide one for the first year.
- Articles of Organization — we file the formation document with the Secretary of State.
- Operating Agreement — we prepare the agreement between members.
- EIN — we obtain the company's tax number from the IRS.
- Licenses — we check whether your business needs permits.
Annual obligations
Annual report: $20 (every 2 years), due 90 days, then every 2 years. Franchise tax: $800 per year (min.). We remind you of every deadline in advance.
LLC management
- Member-managed — the members run the company themselves. Suits most businesses.
- Manager-managed — an appointed manager runs it. Useful with many members or passive owners.
Form your LLC in California
Basic package — $100 + state fee $75 + business address (your own, or ours for $34/month). All prices · Contact us