Short answer: File Articles of Termination with the South Carolina Secretary of State for $15. No tax clearance certificate required prior to dissolution.
We've pulled these figures from the South Carolina Secretary of State'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 South Carolina
- Get member approval as your operating agreement requires.
- Settle debts, file final tax returns and close accounts. No tax clearance certificate required prior to dissolution.
- File Articles of Termination with the South Carolina Secretary of State and pay $15.
- Cancel your registered agent service and close your EIN account with the IRS.
How South Carolina compares
South Carolina's dissolution filing fee is $15. That's the 14th lowest of 48 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $32.5, so South Carolina comes in $17.5 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | $15 | 35 of 48 |
| District of Columbia | $220 | 1 of 48 |
| Georgia | $0 | 41 of 48 |
| North Carolina | $30 | 25 of 48 |
| Virginia | $25 | 26 of 48 |
| Alabama | $150 | 3 of 48 |
South Carolina fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| None required | $0 | none, None |
| Articles of Termination | $15 |
Dissolving an LLC: South Carolina questions
How do I dissolve an LLC in South Carolina?
File Articles of Termination with the South Carolina Secretary of State ($15). No tax clearance certificate required prior to dissolution.
Do I need tax clearance before dissolving in South Carolina?
No tax clearance certificate 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. None
How much does it cost to dissolve a South Carolina LLC?
$15 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: dba where, dba fee.