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Pennsylvania LLC cost

Forming an LLC in Pennsylvania costs $125 in state filing fees. Expect about $125 in known state charges in year one and $7 a year after that.

Last checked October 28, 2026 · core fees verified on official state pages.

Pennsylvania LLC fee table

ItemFeeHow oftenStatus
Base formation filing$125One timeverified source
Annual report$7annualverified source
Name reservation (optional)$70One timeverified source
Expedited processing (optional)Same day: $100 · 3-hour: $300Per filingverified
Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs)$250One timeverified source
Registered agent$0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paidYearlytypical market range

Deadlines

First annual report the year after formation, filed between January 1 and September 30; then every year.

Cheapest legal way to form in Pennsylvania

  • File online directly with the state; a paid service is optional.
  • Be your own registered agent if you have a Pennsylvania street address.
  • Skip name reservation and expedite unless you need them.
  • Get your EIN free from the IRS.

Pennsylvania LLC cost calculator

1Where will you form your LLC?

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Also doing business in other states? Tick each one. Each adds a foreign registration and its yearly fees.

2What it costs

Pennsylvania LLC cost FAQ

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

The state filing fee for the base formation filing is $125. Known state charges in year one come to about $125, before optional services.

What are the ongoing state fees for a Pennsylvania LLC?

Annual report $7 (annual). Averaged per year that is about $7.

When is the Pennsylvania LLC report due?

First annual report the year after formation, filed between January 1 and September 30; then every year.

Does Pennsylvania require LLC newspaper publication?

No. Pennsylvania has no newspaper publication requirement for LLCs (only New York, Arizona and Nebraska do).

Can I be my own registered agent in Pennsylvania?

Usually yes, if you have a physical street address in Pennsylvania (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 Pennsylvania?

Foreign LLC registration costs $250, plus Pennsylvania's ongoing report fees.

Sources

Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.

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