Short answer: File Certificate of Cancellation with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services (DORES) for $100. Not required for standard LLC dissolution, only for reinstatements after revocation.
We've pulled these figures from the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services (DORES)'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 New Jersey
- Get member approval as your operating agreement requires.
- Settle debts, file final tax returns and close accounts. Not required for standard LLC dissolution, only for reinstatements after revocation.
- File Certificate of Cancellation with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services (DORES) and pay $100.
- Cancel your registered agent service and close your EIN account with the IRS.
How New Jersey compares
New Jersey's dissolution filing fee is $100. That's the 5th highest of 48 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $32.5, so New Jersey runs $67.5 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $100 | 5 of 48 |
| Connecticut | $0 | 41 of 48 |
| Maryland | $0 | 41 of 48 |
| New York | $60 | 11 of 48 |
| Pennsylvania | $140 | 4 of 48 |
| Delaware | $220 | 1 of 48 |
New Jersey fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Report | $75 | annual, Last day of the anniversary month |
| Certificate of Cancellation | $100 |
Dissolving an LLC: New Jersey questions
How do I dissolve an LLC in New Jersey?
File Certificate of Cancellation with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services (DORES) ($100). Not required for standard LLC dissolution, only for reinstatements after revocation.
Do I need tax clearance before dissolving in New Jersey?
Not required for standard LLC dissolution, only for reinstatements after revocation.
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. No separate dollar amount listed for a late fee.
How much does it cost to dissolve a New Jersey LLC?
$100 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.
Still being confirmed with the state: name reservation.duration.