How Much an LLC Costs in Texas
Forming an LLC in Texas requires a one-time Certificate of Formation filing fee paid to the Texas Secretary of State. As of Q2 2026, that fee is $300.
Texas does not charge a separate annual report fee for most LLCs. A Public Information Report must be filed with the Secretary of State each year, but the associated filing fee is $0 for most LLCs. Separately, Texas LLCs are also required to file an annual franchise tax report with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. Most small LLCs fall below the no-tax-due threshold and owe $0 in franchise tax, but the filing obligation remains regardless of the amount owed.
Online filings with the Texas Secretary of State have taken approximately 13 to 15 business days to process, while mail submissions have taken roughly 4 to 8 weeks, not including mail transit time. These figures are indicative only and drawn from a single source; actual processing times may vary. Texas operates on a fiscal-year budget cycle, and fees can change at fiscal-year boundaries. The Texas Secretary of State's official fee schedule is the authoritative source for current filing costs and should be consulted before submitting any formation documents.
Fee details
| Secretary of State filing fee (one-time) | $300 — verified against the official state source |
|---|---|
| Report fee (recurring) | $0 for most LLCs (however a Public Information Report must be filed every year) — verified against the official state source |
| Report frequency | Annual |
| Processing — online (indicative) | 13-15 business days |
| Processing — mail (indicative) | 4-8 weeks (plus mail time) |
Texas franchise tax report. Texas LLCs file an annual franchise tax report with the Comptroller. Most small LLCs owe $0 (below the no-tax-due threshold) but the report must still be filed.
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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.