Short answer: File Articles of Dissolution with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations for $25. No tax clearance certificate from the Department of Revenue is required prior to dissolution.
We've pulled these figures from the Florida Department of State, 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.
How dissolution works in Florida
- Get member approval as your operating agreement requires.
- Settle debts, file final tax returns and close accounts. No tax clearance certificate from the Department of Revenue is required prior to dissolution.
- File Articles of Dissolution with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations and pay $25.
- Cancel your registered agent service and close your EIN account with the IRS.
How Florida compares
Florida's dissolution filing fee is $25. That's the 18th lowest of 48 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $32.5, so Florida comes in $7.5 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $25 | 26 of 48 |
| Georgia | $0 | 41 of 48 |
| District of Columbia | $220 | 1 of 48 |
| Alabama | $150 | 3 of 48 |
| South Carolina | $15 | 35 of 48 |
| North Carolina | $30 | 25 of 48 |
Florida fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Report | $138.75 | annual, Between January 1 and May 1 |
| Articles of Dissolution | $25 |
Dissolving an LLC: Florida questions
How do I dissolve an LLC in Florida?
File Articles of Dissolution with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations ($25). No tax clearance certificate from the Department of Revenue is required prior to dissolution.
Do I need tax clearance before dissolving in Florida?
No tax clearance certificate from the Department of Revenue is required prior to dissolution.
What happens if I just stop filing reports instead of dissolving?
The state may administratively dissolve the LLC, but fees, penalties and tax obligations can keep piling up until then. Immediate, un-waivable $400 late fee.
How much does it cost to dissolve a Florida LLC?
$25 in state fees, plus any final report or tax amounts owed.
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.