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How Much Does an LLC Cost in Rhode Island?

Forming an LLC in Rhode Island costs $150 to file, then about $50 per year to keep it in good standing. Incorporating costs $230 up front and about $50 per year. Pick your entity type above for the itemized breakdown.

Verified against official Rhode Island sources on 2026-07-17. How we verify fees.

Your business

Estimated annual cost
$50.00/ year
  • Annual report
    Filing window Feb 1 – May 1; $25 late fee
    $50.00
One-time fees (first registration)
  • LLC formation filing (Articles of Organization)
    $150.00
One-time total: $150.00

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

  • Rhode Island also charges a $400 minimum annual tax on LLCs and corporations through the Division of Taxation, regardless of activity.

What determines business cost in Rhode Island?

  • Entity type (LLC vs. corporation)
  • Formation filing fee ($150 LLC / $230 corp)
  • Annual/biennial report fees
  • Franchise or privilege taxes

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to start an LLC in Rhode Island?

The state filing fee for Articles of Organization is $150. 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 Rhode Island?

About $50 per year: a $50 annual report.

How much does it cost to incorporate in Rhode Island?

Filing Articles of Incorporation costs $230, then about $50 per year in report fees.

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Official Rhode Island resources

Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.

sos.ri.gov — fee source ↗

Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.