Short answer: $175 to file, about $175 in year one, and about $85 a year after that. Assuming standard mail processing for Certificate of Formation.
We've pulled these figures from the Maine Secretary of State, Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions'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
$175
Assuming standard mail processing for Certificate of Formation.
Each year after
$85
Annual report fee.
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $175 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $214 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $175 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $374 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How Maine compares
Maine's LLC filing fee is $175. That's the 9th highest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so Maine runs $71 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | $175 | 9 of 51 |
| New Hampshire | $102 | 28 of 51 |
| Vermont | $155 | 11 of 51 |
| Massachusetts | $520 | 1 of 51 |
| Rhode Island | $156 | 10 of 51 |
| New York | $200 | 7 of 51 |
Maine fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation (Form MLLC-6) | $175 | Applies strictly to paper filings as the state does not offer online formation. |
| Annual Report | $85 | annual, January 1 to June 1 |
| Name reservation (optional) | $20 | 120 days |
| Change of registered agent | $35 | |
| Amendment | $50 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $30 | |
| Statement of Foreign Qualification (Form MLLC-12) | $250 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| Certificate of Cancellation (Form MLLC-11C) | $75 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $125 | state |
LLC cost and fees: Maine questions
What is the Maine LLC filing fee?
$175 for Certificate of Formation (Form MLLC-6). Applies strictly to paper filings as the state does not offer online formation.
How much does a Maine LLC cost per year?
About $85 a year in state fees. Annual report fee.
Is it cheaper to file a Maine 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 Maine?
24-hour turnaround for an additional $50, or immediate same-day processing for an additional $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.