Short answer: $125 to file, about $125 in year one, and about $0 a year after that. Online formation
We've pulled these figures from the South Carolina Secretary of State'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
$125
Online formation
Each year after
$0
For default LLCs
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $125 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $164 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $125 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $324 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How South Carolina compares
South Carolina's LLC filing fee is $125. That's the 20th highest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so South Carolina runs $21 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | $125 | 20 of 51 |
| District of Columbia | $99 | 35 of 51 |
| Georgia | $110 | 24 of 51 |
| North Carolina | $128 | 19 of 51 |
| Virginia | $100 | 30 of 51 |
| Alabama | $208 | 6 of 51 |
South Carolina fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $125 | $110 base fee plus $15 electronic records access fee for online filing |
| None required | $0 | none, None |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 | 120 days |
| Change of registered agent | $15 | $10 via mail, $15 online due to $5 electronic service fee |
| Amendment | $110 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $10 | |
| Certificate of Authority | $110 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| Articles of Termination | $15 | |
| DBA / assumed name | UNCONFIRMED | UNCONFIRMED |
LLC cost and fees: South Carolina questions
What is the South Carolina LLC filing fee?
$125 for Articles of Organization. $110 base fee plus $15 electronic records access fee for online filing
How much does a South Carolina LLC cost per year?
About $0 a year in state fees. For default LLCs
Is it cheaper to file a South Carolina 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 South Carolina?
No separate paid expedited processing tier offered
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: dba where, dba fee.