Short answer: $110 to file, about $110 in year one, and about $400 a year after that. Formation fee
We've pulled these figures from the Delaware Division of Corporations's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
First year vs every year after
Year one
$110
Formation fee
Each year after
$400
Annual Franchise Tax
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $110 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $149 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $110 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $309 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How Delaware compares
Delaware's LLC filing fee is $110. That's the 24th highest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so Delaware runs $6 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $110 | 24 of 51 |
| Connecticut | $120 | 23 of 51 |
| Maryland | $150 | 13 of 51 |
| District of Columbia | $99 | 35 of 51 |
| New Jersey | $100 | 30 of 51 |
| Rhode Island | $156 | 10 of 51 |
Delaware fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation | $110 | Includes state filing fee and mandatory municipality fee. Applies equally to online and mailed submissions. |
| Annual Franchise Tax | $400 | annual, On or before June 1st |
| Minimum state tax | $400 | Owed regardless of income |
| Name reservation (optional) | $75 | 120 days |
| Change of registered agent | $50 | File a Certificate of Amendment strictly to change the registered agent or registered office |
| Amendment | $200 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $50 | |
| Certificate of Cancellation | $220 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 | state |
LLC cost and fees: Delaware questions
What is the Delaware LLC filing fee?
$110 for Certificate of Formation. Includes state filing fee and mandatory municipality fee. Applies equally to online and mailed submissions.
How much does a Delaware LLC cost per year?
About $400 a year in state fees. Annual Franchise Tax
Does Delaware charge a minimum LLC tax?
Yes. No corporate income taxes on LLCs that do not conduct business within the state. Flat $400 franchise tax applies.
Is it cheaper to file a Delaware LLC myself?
Yes, filing directly costs only the state fee. Services add convenience, a registered agent address and reminders. Northwest charges $39 plus the state fee, and Bizee's Basic package is $0 plus the state fee.
How much does expedited filing cost in Delaware?
Next Business Day $50 to $100, Same Day $100 to $200, Two-Hour $500, One-Hour $1,000
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.
Still being confirmed with the state: foreign.fee.