How to start an LLC in Alabama

The cost

State fees only. Each part is labeled.

Filing fee$200

Paid to the state when you file. Source

State cost at filing$200

The Business Privilege Tax is paid to the Department of Revenue. See what you owe each year.

Filing fee$200

State cost at filing$200

Registered agent fees are not included.

Form, office and method, from the official instructions.

Form: Certificate of Formation
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Filing office: Alabama Secretary of State, Business Entities Division, Montgomery
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Filing method: File the original and one copy of the Certificate of Formation with the Secretary of State
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Name reservation: Required before filing. Get a Certificate of Name Reservation first.
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Due dates and amounts after the LLC is formed.

First return2.5 months

Due two and one-half months after the LLC is organized.

Every year$100 or less

An entity whose calculated Business Privilege Tax is $100 or less is exempt from filing a return.

Every figure on this page comes from these official pages.

Secretary of State, limited liability companieshttps://www.sos.alabama.gov/business-entities/llcs
Department of Revenue, Business Privilege Tax FAQhttps://www.revenue.alabama.gov/faq-categories/business-privilege-tax/