Tennessee LLC cost
Tennessee LLC Cost (2026)
Official Tennessee LLC formation filing fee, report or franchise charges, and first-year cost estimate from government sources.
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Not legal or tax advice. Confirm current fees on the linked official sources before you file.
Quick cost snapshot
Fees checked: October 27, 2026 (America/New_York). Confirm on the linked official pages before you file.
Formation filing fee
Tennessee domestic LLC formation filing fee: $300 (additional fees may apply per SOS forms page).
Formation
Articles of Organization Limited Liability Company (SS-4270): $300* — SOS forms page notes *Additional Fees May Apply.
Annual report
SOS FAQ: LLC annual report fee is $300 minimum up to a $3,000 maximum; fee increases by $50 per member for every member over six.
Registered agent
A registered agent with a physical address in Tennessee 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) | ~$600 for a typical small LLC in a year that includes formation and the first annual report |
| 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.
Sources
- Tennessee SOS — Business Forms & Fees (SS-4270 Articles $300*)
- Tennessee SOS — Business FAQs (LLC annual report fee schedule)
Checked October 27, 2026.