Oklahoma nonprofit fee table
| Item | Fee | How often | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Incorporation – Oklahoma Not For Profit Corporation$25 (18 O.S. 1142). | $25 | One time | verified source |
| State nonprofit report | Check with the state | none | not confirmed |
| Charity registrationOklahoma Secretary of State | Required; fee tiered by revenue | annual | verified source |
| IRS Form 1023-EZ / Form 1023 | $275 / $600 | One time | verified source |
| IRS Form 990-N, 990-EZ or 990 | No IRS fee | Yearly | verified source |
| Registered agent | $0 if a director serves; typically $100–150/yr paid | Yearly | typical market range |
Charity registration fee tiers (contributions in prior period (or expected in first period))
- <=10000$15
- >10000$65
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Oklahoma nonprofit cost FAQ
How much does it cost to start a nonprofit in Oklahoma?
Confirmed fees for a small charity in Oklahoma come to about $365 in year one, including the IRS Form 1023-EZ fee of $275. Some Oklahoma items are not yet confirmed on an official page, so check them with the state before you budget.
What is the filing fee for nonprofit articles of incorporation in Oklahoma?
$25 (Certificate of Incorporation – Oklahoma Not For Profit Corporation). $25 (18 O.S. 1142).
Does Oklahoma require charity registration?
Required; fee tiered by revenue. Charitable Organization Packet $65/$15 (18 O.S. § 552.3: $15 if contributions ≤ $10,000). Due by the Form 990 filing date.
Does a Oklahoma nonprofit have to file a yearly report?
Not confirmed on an official page in our latest check. No annual report/certificate fee listed for domestic not-for-profit corporations on the SOS fee page; not confirmed explicitly.
Official sources
Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.
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