How Much an LLC Costs in New York
Forming an LLC in New York requires a one-time filing fee paid to the New York Secretary of State. As of Q2 2026, that fee is $200.
New York LLCs are subject to a biennial report fee of $9, due every two years. A notable additional obligation applies to new LLCs: New York law requires formation notices to be published in two newspapers for six consecutive weeks, followed by the filing of a Certificate of Publication with the Secretary of State, which carries a $50 fee. The combined cost of satisfying the newspaper publication requirement commonly runs roughly $300 to $1,600 depending on the county where the LLC's office is located, which can exceed the original filing fee by a substantial margin.
Articles of Organization submitted online are typically processed immediately, while filings submitted by mail are generally processed in approximately two to three weeks, not counting mail transit time. These processing times are drawn from a single source and are indicative only, not guaranteed. New York adjusts its fee schedule on fiscal-year boundaries, so figures can change. The New York Secretary of State's official fee schedule should be consulted for current and authoritative information before filing.
Fee details
| Secretary of State filing fee (one-time) | $200 — 3+ compiled sources agree |
|---|---|
| Report fee (recurring) | $9 (every 2 years) — verified against the official state source |
| Report frequency | Biennial |
| Processing — online (indicative) | immediately |
| Processing — mail (indicative) | 2-3 weeks (plus mail time) |
New York's publication requirement. New York requires new LLCs to publish formation notices in two newspapers for six consecutive weeks and file a Certificate of Publication ($50). Combined publication costs commonly run roughly $300–$1,600 depending on the county — often more than the filing fee itself.
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Fees verified as of Q2 2026 from state fee schedules and reputable compiled sources; refreshed quarterly (state fees typically change July 1 / January 1). How we compile and verify this data. This page is informational only — not legal or tax advice.