Short answer: File Qualification of Foreign LLC with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations for $125, and name a Florida registered agent.
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.
Registering an out-of-state LLC in Florida
File Qualification of Foreign LLC with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations ($125). You'll usually need a certificate of good standing from your home state and a Florida registered agent.
Must maintain a registered agent with a physical Florida street address.
How Florida compares
Florida's foreign LLC registration fee is $125. That's the 22nd lowest of 47 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $150, so Florida comes in $25 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $125 | 26 of 47 |
| Georgia | $235 | 14 of 47 |
| District of Columbia | $220 | 15 of 47 |
| Alabama | $150 | 19 of 47 |
| South Carolina | $110 | 29 of 47 |
| North Carolina | $250 | 9 of 47 |
Florida fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Report | $138.75 | annual, Between January 1 and May 1 |
| Qualification of Foreign LLC | $125 | For LLCs formed in another state |
Foreign LLC registration: Florida questions
Do I need to register my out-of-state LLC in Florida?
If your LLC is "transacting business" in Florida (for example, an office, employees or ongoing operations there), you generally must register as a foreign LLC with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations.
How much does foreign LLC registration cost in Florida?
$125 to file Qualification of Foreign LLC.
Does a foreign LLC need a registered agent in Florida?
Yes. Every registered LLC needs an agent with a physical address in Florida. Must maintain a registered agent with a physical Florida street address.
Does a foreign LLC file the Florida annual report too?
Generally yes. Registered foreign LLCs usually carry the same Annual Report obligation. Confirm the foreign LLC fee with the state.
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.