Louisiana Business Registration Fee Calculator
Forming an LLC in Louisiana costs $100 to file, then about $30 per year to keep it in good standing. Incorporating costs $75 up front and about $30 per year. Pick your entity type above for the itemized breakdown.
Your business
- Annual report$30.00
- LLC formation filing (Articles of Organization)$100.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-17. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
Good to know
- Heads up: Louisiana fees rise October 1, 2026 — LLC formation to $125, incorporation to $95, annual reports to $35 (Act 921).
What determines business cost in Louisiana?
- Entity type (LLC vs. corporation)
- Formation filing fee ($100 LLC / $75 corp)
- Annual/biennial report fees
- Franchise or privilege taxes
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start an LLC in Louisiana?
The state filing fee for Articles of Organization is $100. That's the mandatory government cost — registered-agent services, operating agreements, and expedited processing are optional extras.
What does an LLC cost per year in Louisiana?
About $30 per year: a $30 annual report.
How much does it cost to incorporate in Louisiana?
Filing Articles of Incorporation costs $75, then about $30 per year in report fees.
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Official Louisiana resources
Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.