Data status: Reviewed sample row · Last reviewed 2025-01-15
Texas LLC fees & ongoing costs
Figures below are modeled from our dataset. Informational only. Not legal, tax, or financial advice. Fees and rules change; confirm with official agencies.
- Formation filing (dataset)
- $300
- Confirm on the official filing office site.
- Periodic report (SOS-style)
- No SOS annual report fee modeled for most LLCs
- Franchise / privilege tax (modeled)
- Not included in annual total unless noted
- Franchise tax may apply above revenue thresholds—many small LLCs owe $0; confirm with the Comptroller.
- We do not model franchise tax in the annual total by default—revenue-based liability can change that picture quickly.
- Publication / notice
- Not flagged as a publication state in our dataset
- Registered agent
- Usually required — ~$119/yr commercial assumption
- Expedited filing
- ~$50 (estimate)
Baseline first-year (modeled)
$419
Self-file, registered agent on, no expedite—same as featured cards. Open the calculator to change assumptions.
Baseline annual recurring (modeled)
$119
Includes annualized biennial fees and midpoint taxes when modeled.
Official source
Confirm fees, forms, and due dates on the state site before filing: Texas business filings.
Notes
SOS fees and Comptroller taxes are different systems—model both if you expect material revenue.
FAQ
Does Texas have an annual LLC fee to the Secretary of State?+
Many Texas LLCs do not pay a separate annual SOS report like some states, but other taxes and compliance still apply.
Is Texas cheap long-term?+
Compare franchise tax exposure, registered agent, and where you operate. A higher filing fee can still be efficient if ongoing compliance fits your model.