Short answer: $130 to file, about $130 in year one, and about $35 a year after that. Online filing
We've pulled these figures from the Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial 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
$130
Online filing
Each year after
$35
Annual report fee
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $130 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $169 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $130 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $329 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How Louisiana compares
Louisiana's LLC filing fee is $130. That's the 17th highest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so Louisiana runs $26 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $130 | 17 of 51 |
| Arkansas | $45 | 49 of 51 |
| Mississippi | $53 | 42 of 51 |
| Oklahoma | $104 | 26 of 51 |
| Kansas | $85 | 38 of 51 |
| Tennessee | $300 | 3 of 51 |
Louisiana fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization (Form 365) alongside an Initial Report | $130 | $125 state fee plus $5 statutory convenience fee for credit card online (effective Oct 1, 2026) |
| Annual Report | $35 | annual, On or before the anniversary of the organization date |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 | 120 days |
| Change of registered agent | $30 | Increased from $25 in October 2026 |
| Amendment | $125 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $25 | |
| Foreign LLC (Form 972) | $185 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| Affidavit to Dissolve (Form 368) | $100 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $95 | state |
LLC cost and fees: Louisiana questions
What is the Louisiana LLC filing fee?
$130 for Articles of Organization (Form 365) alongside an Initial Report. $125 state fee plus $5 statutory convenience fee for credit card online (effective Oct 1, 2026)
How much does a Louisiana LLC cost per year?
About $35 a year in state fees. Annual report fee
Is it cheaper to file a Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
$35 for 24-hour turnaround, $60 for priority 2 to 4 hour service
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.