Form Your Georgia LLC
Launch your business in the Peach State with world-class transportation, a booming tech scene, and no franchise tax
Filed in Georgia
The Peach State · GA
- State filing fee$105
- Processing time5-7 business days
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$60 ($50 + $10 online service charge) — due April 1st annually
- State tax rate5.19% flat corporate income tax
- Expedited option2 business days (+$120)
Form your Georgia LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Georgia LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $105 state filing fee. All core services are included at no extra charge.
Articles of Organization filing
We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization to the Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division.
Registered agent
Required in Georgia — we act as your agent for the first year.
EIN from the IRS
Your federal Tax ID — required to open a US business bank account and file taxes.
Operating agreement
Professionally drafted operating agreement — defines ownership, voting, and profit splits.
Benefits of forming an LLC in Georgia
Georgia offers a diverse and rapidly growing economy centered around Atlanta, one of the nation's largest metropolitan areas. The state's excellent transportation infrastructure, film industry tax credits, and growing tech sector make it an attractive choice for businesses of all sizes.
Low filing fee of $105 with affordable annual report at $60 ($50 + $10 online service charge)
World's busiest airport (Hartsfield-Jackson) for business connectivity
No franchise tax for LLCs
Rapidly growing tech scene in Atlanta
Major logistics and distribution hub in the Southeast
Film and entertainment industry tax credits attract major productions
Key features of a Georgia LLC
- No franchise tax for LLCs
- Low annual registration fee of $60 ($50 + $10 online service charge)
- Major logistics hub with world's busiest airport
- Growing tech and film industry sectors
Major industries in Georgia
Form your Georgia LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 5-7 business days.
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your LLC name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Check name availability through the Georgia Secretary of State's Corporations Division online search.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
Georgia requires every LLC to have a registered agent with a physical address in Georgia who can accept legal documents during business hours.
- 03
File Articles of Organization
Submit your Articles of Organization to the Georgia Secretary of State's Corporations Division. The filing fee is $105. Online filing is available through the Georgia Corporations Division website.
- 04
Create an Operating Agreement
Georgia does not require an Operating Agreement, but having one is strongly recommended to establish clear rules and protect your limited liability status.
- 05
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS. This is required for tax filing, opening a bank account, and hiring employees.
- 06
File Annual Registration
Georgia LLCs must file an annual registration by April 1st each year. The fee is $60 ($50 base plus a $10 online service charge).
Georgia LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Georgia LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Georgia LLC in 2026.
- File Articles of Organization with Georgia Secretary of State
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical Georgia address
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- File annual registration by April 1st ($60: $50 + $10 online service charge)
- Obtain necessary state and local business licenses
Filing information
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Filing agency
- Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $25 (30 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $105 Georgia state filing fee and nothing more for the Starter plan. Optional plans add registered agent, EIN, operating agreement, and compliance.
Starter
- Articles of Organization filing
- Name availability check
- Digital document delivery
- Formation status tracking
Booster
- Everything in Starter
- Registered agent (required in Georgia)
- EIN / Federal Tax ID
- Expedited processing (1–2 days)
- Operating agreement
- Priority support
- Kicker Voice — 3-day free trial
- Kicker Pay — free for 15 days
Founder
- Everything in Booster
- Business mailing address
- Bookkeeping — 3 months free
- Dedicated account manager
- Rush processing
- Kicker Voice — 6-day free trial
- Kicker Pay — free for 30 days
Kicker
- Everything in Founder
- ITIN filing & preparation
- Same-day priority processing
- 2nd year annual filing $0
- Kicker Voice 12-day + Kicker Pay 60 days free
Compare all plans on our pricing page.
Georgia LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in Georgia. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Georgia?
The state filing fee is $105. The annual registration fee is $60 ($50 + $10 online service charge). Our service fee starts at $100 plus the state fee.
Does Georgia have a franchise tax for LLCs?
No, Georgia does not impose a franchise tax on LLCs. The state has a flat 5.19% corporate income tax rate, but single-member LLCs typically report income as pass-through on personal returns.
When is the Georgia annual registration due?
The annual registration is due by April 1st each year. The fee is $60 ($50 + $10 online service charge). Failure to file can result in administrative dissolution of your LLC.
Can I form a Georgia LLC online?
Yes, you can file your Articles of Organization online through the Georgia Secretary of State's Corporations Division website. Online filing is the quickest method.
Why is Atlanta good for startups?
Atlanta has a rapidly growing tech ecosystem with major companies like NCR, Mailchimp, and SalesLoft. The city offers a lower cost of living than coastal tech hubs, a diverse talent pool, top universities, and strong venture capital presence.
What are Georgia's film industry tax credits?
Georgia offers a 20% base tax credit on qualified production expenditures, with an additional 10% uplift for including the Georgia logo. This has made the state the top filming destination, creating many business opportunities in the entertainment sector.
Georgia government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official Georgia state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
Name Reservation (30-Day): $25 filing fee + $10 service charge = $35.
Georgia's good-standing document is the Certificate of Existence: $10 fee + $10 service charge = $20 (same online or paper).
Learn moreCertified copy: $10 fee + $10 service charge = $20 for documents under 25 pages.
Apostille is $3.00 per document, issued by GSCCCA (1875 Century Blvd, Suite 100, Atlanta GA 30345.
$225 base filing fee plus a mandatory $10 service charge ($235 total) to file the Application for Certificate of Authority (CD 241) for a foreign LLC with the Georgia…
Learn more$20 to file Articles of Amendment (LLC name change, Form CD 115) with the Georgia Secretary of State, plus a mandatory $10 service charge for a $30 total (same online…
Learn more$250 filing fee + $10 service charge = $260 total, payable to the Georgia Secretary of State.
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