Alabama LLC cost
Alabama LLC Cost (2026)
Official Alabama LLC formation filing fee, report or franchise charges, and first-year cost estimate from government sources.
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Quick cost snapshot
Fees checked: October 27, 2026 (America/New_York). Confirm on the linked official pages before you file.
Formation filing fee
Alabama domestic LLC formation filing fee: $200.
Name reservation (required)
Alabama requires a Certificate of Name Reservation before filing formation documents. Fee: $25 (online totals commonly $28 for non-subscribers per SOS interactive materials).
Annual / franchise
No SOS annual report for LLCs on the fee schedule. Alabama Department of Revenue business privilege tax may apply separately — confirm on revenue.alabama.gov.
Publication
None at SOS formation level.
Registered agent
A registered agent with a physical address in Alabama is required (rules vary). Commercial agent fees are private-market prices, not the state formation fee.
Publication requirement
None
First-year cost estimate
| Approach | Rough first-year total |
|---|---|
| DIY (state fees) | ~$225–$228 (name reservation + $200 formation) |
| With a formation service | State fees plus the service package price |
FAQ
Are these fees guaranteed?
No. Legislatures and filing offices change schedules. Use the Sources links for the controlling amounts.
Is this legal or tax advice?
No. General information only. Consult a licensed attorney or tax professional for your situation.
Sources
Checked October 27, 2026.