Short answer: File Articles of Cancellation with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) for $0. All outstanding Annual Reports and penalties must be cleared prior to cancellation.
We've pulled these figures from the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT)'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.
How dissolution works in Maryland
- Get member approval as your operating agreement requires.
- Settle debts, file final tax returns and close accounts. All outstanding Annual Reports and penalties must be cleared prior to cancellation.
- File Articles of Cancellation with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) and pay $0.
- Cancel your registered agent service and close your EIN account with the IRS.
How Maryland compares
Maryland's dissolution filing fee is $0. That ties for the lowest of the 48 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $32.5, so Maryland comes in $32.5 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $0 | 41 of 48 |
| Delaware | $220 | 1 of 48 |
| District of Columbia | $220 | 1 of 48 |
| New Jersey | $100 | 5 of 48 |
| Virginia | $25 | 26 of 48 |
| Connecticut | $0 | 41 of 48 |
Maryland fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Report & Personal Property Tax Return (Form 1) | $300 | annual, Annually on April 15. |
| Articles of Cancellation | $0 |
Dissolving an LLC: Maryland questions
How do I dissolve an LLC in Maryland?
File Articles of Cancellation with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) ($0). All outstanding Annual Reports and penalties must be cleared prior to cancellation.
Do I need tax clearance before dissolving in Maryland?
All outstanding Annual Reports and penalties must be cleared prior to cancellation.
What happens if I just stop filing reports instead of dissolving?
The state may administratively dissolve the LLC, but fees, penalties and tax obligations can keep piling up until then. Exact late penalty figure is unlisted.
How much does it cost to dissolve a Maryland LLC?
$0 in state fees, plus any final report or tax amounts owed.
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.
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