Short answer: File Foreign Limited Liability Company Registration with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) for $100, and name a Maryland registered agent.
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.
Registering an out-of-state LLC in Maryland
File Foreign Limited Liability Company Registration with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) ($100). You'll usually need a certificate of good standing from your home state and a Maryland registered agent.
Referred to as a Resident Agent. Must have a physical address in Maryland.
How Maryland compares
Maryland's foreign LLC registration fee is $100. That's the 8th lowest of 47 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $150, so Maryland comes in $50 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $100 | 33 of 47 |
| Delaware | Varies | Not confirmed |
| District of Columbia | $220 | 15 of 47 |
| New Jersey | $100 | 33 of 47 |
| Virginia | $100 | 33 of 47 |
| Connecticut | $120 | 27 of 47 |
Maryland fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Report & Personal Property Tax Return (Form 1) | $300 | annual, Annually on April 15. |
| Foreign Limited Liability Company Registration | $100 | For LLCs formed in another state |
Foreign LLC registration: Maryland questions
Do I need to register my out-of-state LLC in Maryland?
If your LLC is "transacting business" in Maryland (for example, an office, employees or ongoing operations there), you generally must register as a foreign LLC with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT).
How much does foreign LLC registration cost in Maryland?
$100 to file Foreign Limited Liability Company Registration.
Does a foreign LLC need a registered agent in Maryland?
Yes. Every registered LLC needs an agent with a physical address in Maryland. Referred to as a Resident Agent. Must have a physical address in Maryland.
Does a foreign LLC file the Maryland annual report too?
Generally yes. Registered foreign LLCs usually carry the same Annual Report & Personal Property Tax Return (Form 1) obligation. Confirm the foreign LLC fee with the state.
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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