Maryland LLC fee table
| Item | Fee | How often | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base formation filing | $100 | One time | unverified source |
| Annual report | $300 | annual | unverified source |
| Name reservation (optional) | not verified | One time | unverified |
| Expedited processing (optional) | Not verified | Per filing | unverified |
| Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs) | $100 | One time | unverified secondary source |
| Registered agent | $0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paid | Yearly | typical market range |
State tax: Annual report $300; business personal property return also due (separate).
Deadlines
First report April 15 of the year after formation; then April 15 annually.
Cheapest legal way to form in Maryland
- File online directly with the state; a paid service is optional.
- Be your own registered agent if you have a Maryland street address.
- Skip name reservation and expedite unless you need them.
- Get your EIN free from the IRS.
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Maryland LLC cost FAQ
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Maryland?
The state filing fee for the base formation filing is $100. Known state charges in year one come to about $100, before optional services.
What are the ongoing state fees for a Maryland LLC?
Annual report $300 (annual). Averaged per year that is about $300. Annual report $300; business personal property return also due (separate).
When is the Maryland LLC report due?
First report April 15 of the year after formation; then April 15 annually.
Does Maryland require LLC newspaper publication?
No. Maryland has no newspaper publication requirement for LLCs (only New York, Arizona and Nebraska do).
Can I be my own registered agent in Maryland?
Usually yes, if you have a physical street address in Maryland (not a P.O. box) where you can accept legal papers during business hours. Paid agents typically cost about $100–150 a year.
How much does it cost to register an out-of-state LLC in Maryland?
Foreign LLC registration costs $100 (per a secondary source; not confirmed on the official page in our latest check), plus Maryland's ongoing report fees.
Sources
Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.
- https://dat.maryland.gov/Documents/Accessible%20Documents/Charter%20-%20Create%20or%20Start%20a%20Business/Articles%20of%20Organization%20for%20a%20Limited%20Liability%20Company_0526-A.pdf
- https://dat.maryland.gov/Documents/Accessible%20Documents/BPP%20-%20Annual%20Reports%20and%20Returns/2026%20Filings%20-%20Form%201%20Business%20Entity%20Annual%20Report_0426-A.pdf
- https://registeredagentguides.com/blog/foreign-llc-cost-by-state/
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