Short answer: $99 to file, about $198 in year one, and about $400 a year after that. $99 for Articles of Organization plus ~$99 for a standard Basic Business License.
We've pulled these figures from the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP), Corporations Division'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.
First year vs every year after
Year one
$198
$99 for Articles of Organization plus ~$99 for a standard Basic Business License.
Each year after
$400
Averages at least $400 per year ($150 annualized biennial report plus $250 minimum UBT franchise tax).
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $99 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $138 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $99 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $298 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How District of Columbia compares
District of Columbia's LLC filing fee is $99. That's the 16th lowest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so District of Columbia comes in $5 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $99 | 35 of 51 |
| Maryland | $150 | 13 of 51 |
| South Carolina | $125 | 20 of 51 |
| Delaware | $110 | 24 of 51 |
| Georgia | $110 | 24 of 51 |
| Virginia | $100 | 30 of 51 |
District of Columbia fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $99 | Base filing fee. |
| Biennial Report | $300 | biennial, April 1 of the year following registration, and every two years thereafter |
| Minimum state tax | $250 | Owed regardless of income |
| Name reservation (optional) | $50 | Not specified in report |
| Change of registered agent | $50 | Requires filing a statement of change. |
| Amendment | $220 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $50 | |
| Foreign Registration Statement | $220 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| Statement of Dissolution (Form DLC-8) | $220 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $55 | state |
LLC cost and fees: District of Columbia questions
What is the District of Columbia LLC filing fee?
$99 for Articles of Organization. Base filing fee.
How much does a District of Columbia LLC cost per year?
About $400 a year in state fees. Averages at least $400 per year ($150 annualized biennial report plus $250 minimum UBT franchise tax).
Does District of Columbia charge a minimum LLC tax?
Yes. Unincorporated Business Franchise Tax (UBT) at 8.25% on net income if gross receipts exceed $12,000. Mandatory minimum tax of $250.
Is it cheaper to file a District of Columbia LLC myself?
Yes, filing directly costs only the state fee. Services add convenience, a registered agent address and reminders. Northwest charges $39 plus the state fee, and Bizee's Basic package is $0 plus the state fee.
How much does expedited filing cost in District of Columbia?
3-day turnaround for $50, and 1-day processing for $100.
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: name reservation.duration.