Short answer: File Certificate of Authority with the Secretary of State, Division of Business Services for $150, and name a Rhode Island registered agent.
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.
Registering an out-of-state LLC in Rhode Island
File Certificate of Authority with the Secretary of State, Division of Business Services ($150). You'll usually need a certificate of good standing from your home state and a Rhode Island registered agent.
Resident Agent must have a physical Rhode Island street address and be available during business hours.
How Rhode Island compares
Rhode Island's foreign LLC registration fee is $150. That's the 19th highest of 47 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $150, right where Rhode Island sits.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $150 | 19 of 47 |
| Connecticut | $120 | 27 of 47 |
| Massachusetts | $500 | 3 of 47 |
| New York | $250 | 9 of 47 |
| Vermont | $155 | 18 of 47 |
| New Hampshire | $102 | 32 of 47 |
Rhode Island fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Report (Form 632) | $50 | annual, February 1 to May 1 |
| Certificate of Authority | $150 | For LLCs formed in another state |
Foreign LLC registration: Rhode Island questions
Do I need to register my out-of-state LLC in Rhode Island?
If your LLC is "transacting business" in Rhode Island (for example, an office, employees or ongoing operations there), you generally must register as a foreign LLC with the Secretary of State, Division of Business Services.
How much does foreign LLC registration cost in Rhode Island?
$150 to file Certificate of Authority.
Does a foreign LLC need a registered agent in Rhode Island?
Yes. Every registered LLC needs an agent with a physical address in Rhode Island. Resident Agent must have a physical Rhode Island street address and be available during business hours.
Does a foreign LLC file the Rhode Island annual report too?
Generally yes. Registered foreign LLCs usually carry the same Annual Report (Form 632) 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.