Short answer: $300 to file, about $300 in year one, and about $0 a year after that. Flat $300 formation fee.
We've pulled these figures from the Texas 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
$300
Flat $300 formation fee.
Each year after
$0
Provided the LLC remains beneath the $2.65 million revenue threshold.
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $300 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $339 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $300 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $499 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How Texas compares
Texas's LLC filing fee is $300. That's the 3rd highest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so Texas runs $196 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $300 | 3 of 51 |
| Oklahoma | $104 | 26 of 51 |
| Louisiana | $130 | 17 of 51 |
| Kansas | $85 | 38 of 51 |
| Arkansas | $45 | 49 of 51 |
| Mississippi | $53 | 42 of 51 |
Texas fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation (Form 205) | $300 | Filers using the online SOSPortal will incur a mandated convenience fee of 2.7% plus $0.25, bringing the total to approximately $308. |
| Public Information Report (PIR) | $0 | annual, May 15 |
| Name reservation (optional) | $40 | 120 days |
| Amendment | $150 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $15 | |
| Application for Registration (Form 304) | $750 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 | state |
LLC cost and fees: Texas questions
What is the Texas LLC filing fee?
$300 for Certificate of Formation (Form 205). Filers using the online SOSPortal will incur a mandated convenience fee of 2.7% plus $0.25, bringing the total to approximately $308.
How much does a Texas LLC cost per year?
About $0 a year in state fees. Provided the LLC remains beneath the $2.65 million revenue threshold.
Is it cheaper to file a Texas 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 Texas?
$50 per document for 2-3 days, $500 for next-day service, and $750 for same-day service, with the highest tiers requiring in-person delivery to Austin.
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: dissolution.fee, ra.change fee, report.dissolution note.