Texas LLC Fees Schedule — Complete Cost Reference (2026)
This is the complete reference for all fees associated with forming and maintaining a Texas LLC. All fees are current as of 2026 — verify with the Texas Secretary of State (sos.texas.gov) and Texas Comptroller (comptroller.texas.gov) for any updates. For formation guidance, see our Texas LLC guide.
Formation Fees (Secretary of State)
| Filing | Form | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation (domestic LLC) | Form 205 | $300 |
| Certificate of Formation (professional LLC) | Form 205 | $300 |
| Application for Registration (foreign LLC) | Form 304 | $750 |
| Name Reservation | Form 501 | $40 |
| Assumed Name Certificate (state level) | Form 503 | $25 |
Ongoing / Maintenance Fees (Secretary of State)
| Filing | Form | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Amendment | Form 424 | $150 |
| Restated Certificate of Formation | Form 414 | $300 |
| Change of Registered Agent/Office | Form 401 | $15 |
| Certificate of Termination (dissolution) | Form 651 | $40 |
| Certificate of Withdrawal (foreign LLC) | Form 608 | $15 |
| Certificate of Conversion | Form 634/637 | $300 |
| Certificate of Fact — Status (good standing) | N/A | $15 |
| Certified Copy of Document | N/A | $15 |
| Certificate of Filing | N/A | $15 |
Tax Filing Fees (Comptroller of Public Accounts)
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$199 + $357 Texas state fees (filing $307 + required expedite $50) = $556 due today
Get Started| Filing | Fee |
|---|---|
| Franchise Tax Report (No Tax Due) | $0 |
| Franchise Tax Report (tax owed) | Tax amount based on margin |
| Public Information Report | $0 |
| Sales Tax Permit | $0 (free) |
| Penalty: PIR not filed | $50 |
| Penalty: Franchise Tax 1-30 days late | 5% of tax due |
| Penalty: Franchise Tax 31+ days late | 10% of tax due |
County-Level Fees
| Filing | Fee |
|---|---|
| Assumed Name Certificate (county) | $25-$50 (varies by county) |
| DBA renewal (every 10 years) | $25-$50 |
Registered Agent Fees (Private Service)
| Service | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Basic registered agent service | $49-$300/year |
| Our registered agent service | $99/year |
| Our RA service with LLC formation | $99/year, billed separately |
Federal Fees (IRS)
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$199 + $357 Texas state fees (filing $307 + required expedite $50) = $556 due today
Get Started| Filing | Fee |
|---|---|
| EIN application | Free |
| Form 2553 (S-corp election) | Free |
| Form 8832 (entity classification) | Free |
Total First-Year Cost Estimates
| Scenario | Estimated First-Year Cost |
|---|---|
| Minimum (just formation) | $300 |
| Typical (formation + RA + EIN) | $399 |
| With name reservation | $439 |
| Foreign LLC registration | $750 + home state fees |
| Professional LLC (PLLC) | $300 + board approval fees |
Total Annual Maintenance Cost
| Scenario | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Under $2.65M revenue (most small LLCs, 2026 threshold) | $99 (RA only) |
| Above franchise tax threshold | $99 (RA) + franchise tax owed |
| With sales tax obligations | $99 (RA) + sales tax compliance costs |
FAQ
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$199 + $357 Texas state fees (filing $307 + required expedite $50) = $556 due today
Get StartedAre any of these fees tax-deductible?
Yes. All LLC formation fees, annual filing fees, registered agent fees, and state taxes are deductible as ordinary business expenses on your federal return (Schedule C or Form 1065).
Do fees change frequently?
The $300 formation fee and $150 amendment fee have been stable for several years. The franchise tax no-tax-due threshold has increased over time (from $1.23M to $2.47M in recent years). Always verify current fees at sos.texas.gov before filing.
Is the $300 formation fee refundable if my filing is rejected?
No. The $300 fee is non-refundable regardless of outcome. If rejected, you must refile with another $300 payment. This is why thorough preparation (especially name searches) before filing is important.