Short answer: File Articles of Dissolution (Form 404) with the Secretary of State, Division of Business Services for $50. Signer self-certifies on Form 404 that all Division of Taxation obligations have been paid.
We've pulled these figures from the Secretary of State, Division of Business Services'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 Rhode Island
- Get member approval as your operating agreement requires.
- Settle debts, file final tax returns and close accounts. Signer self-certifies on Form 404 that all Division of Taxation obligations have been paid.
- File Articles of Dissolution (Form 404) with the Secretary of State, Division of Business Services and pay $50.
- Cancel your registered agent service and close your EIN account with the IRS.
How Rhode Island compares
Rhode Island's dissolution filing fee is $50. That's the 14th highest of 48 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $32.5, so Rhode Island runs $17.5 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $50 | 14 of 48 |
| Connecticut | $0 | 41 of 48 |
| Massachusetts | $100 | 5 of 48 |
| New York | $60 | 11 of 48 |
| Vermont | $20 | 32 of 48 |
| New Hampshire | $35 | 22 of 48 |
Rhode Island fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Report (Form 632) | $50 | annual, February 1 to May 1 |
| Articles of Dissolution (Form 404) | $50 |
Dissolving an LLC: Rhode Island questions
How do I dissolve an LLC in Rhode Island?
File Articles of Dissolution (Form 404) with the Secretary of State, Division of Business Services ($50). Signer self-certifies on Form 404 that all Division of Taxation obligations have been paid.
Do I need tax clearance before dissolving in Rhode Island?
Signer self-certifies on Form 404 that all Division of Taxation obligations have been paid.
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. $25 late penalty attaches on June 1
How much does it cost to dissolve a Rhode Island LLC?
$50 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.