Form Your Maine LLC
Build your business in the Pine Tree State with no franchise tax, a growing creative economy, and outstanding quality of life
Filed in Maine
The Pine Tree State · ME
- State filing fee$175
- Processing time20-30 business days (standard); expedite $50 24-hr / $100 same-day
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$85 — due June 1st annually
- State tax rate3.5%-8.93% graduated corporate income tax
- Expedited option24 hours (+$50)
Form your Maine LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Maine LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $175 state filing fee. All core services are included at no extra charge.
Certificate of Formation filing
We prepare and submit your Certificate of Formation to the Maine Secretary of State.
Registered agent
Required in Maine — 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 Maine
Maine offers a unique business environment with strong quality of life, growing tourism economy, and increasing attractiveness for remote workers and creative businesses. The state's natural beauty and outdoor recreation drive significant tourism and hospitality businesses.
Strong quality of life attracts skilled remote workers
Growing tourism and creative economy
No franchise tax for LLCs
Favorable environment for sustainable and outdoor businesses
Close proximity to Canadian and European markets
Strong local support for small businesses
Key features of a Maine LLC
- No franchise tax for LLCs
- Strong small business support ecosystem
- Growing tourism and creative economy
- Access to Canadian and Atlantic markets
Major industries in Maine
Form your Maine LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 20-30 business days (standard); expedite $50 24-hr / $100 same-day.
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Check availability through the Maine Secretary of State's business name search.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
Maine requires a registered agent with a physical address in the state to accept legal documents on behalf of your LLC.
- 03
File Certificate of Formation
Submit your Certificate of Formation to the Maine Secretary of State. The filing fee is $175. Online filing is available.
- 04
Create an Operating Agreement
Maine does not require an Operating Agreement, but one is recommended to define member roles and business operations.
- 05
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS for tax filing, banking, and hiring employees.
- 06
File Annual Report
Maine LLCs must file an annual report by June 1st each year. The filing fee is $85.
Maine LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Maine LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Maine LLC in 2026.
- File Certificate of Formation with Maine Secretary of State
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical Maine address
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- File annual report by June 1st ($85)
- Obtain necessary state and local business licenses
Filing information
- Formation document
- Certificate of Formation
- Filing agency
- Maine Secretary of State
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $20 (120 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $175 Maine state filing fee and nothing more for the Starter plan. Optional plans add registered agent, EIN, operating agreement, and compliance.
Starter
- Certificate of Formation filing
- Name availability check
- Digital document delivery
- Formation status tracking
Booster
- Everything in Starter
- Registered agent (required in Maine)
- 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.
Maine LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in Maine. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Maine?
The state filing fee is $175. The annual report fee is $85. Our service fee starts at $100 plus the state fee.
When is the Maine annual report due?
The annual report is due by June 1st each year. The filing fee is $85. Late filing may result in administrative revocation.
Does Maine have a franchise tax?
No, Maine does not impose a franchise tax on LLCs. The state has a graduated corporate income tax ranging from 3.5% to 8.93%.
Is Maine good for tourism businesses?
Yes. Maine's tourism industry is significant, driven by natural beauty, seafood, outdoor recreation, and charming coastal towns. The state attracts millions of visitors annually.
Can I form a Maine LLC online?
Yes, you can file your Certificate of Formation online through the Maine Secretary of State's website for faster processing.
Is Maine attracting remote workers?
Yes. Maine has been actively attracting remote workers with incentive programs and its outstanding quality of life. This trend is creating new business opportunities across the state.
Maine government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official Maine state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
Reservation lasts 120 days and may NOT be renewed.
$5.00 to certify a copy PLUS $2.00 per page for the copies (Title 13-C §123: 'Certifying a copy' $5.
$10.00 per signed/certified document ('special certification').
$35 for-profit entity filing fee (an LLC is a for-profit entity) as stated on Form CLK/RA 3.
Learn more$150 reinstatement fee for failure to file annual report (31 MRSA §1680, sub-§17), capped at a maximum $600 regardless of the number of delinquent reports.
Learn moreEverything you need to run your Maine LLC
Formation is the first step — stay compliant and operational with these services.
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Formation is free — you pay only the $175 Maine state filing fee. Personal-asset protection, pass-through taxation, and a complete document package, filed in 20-30 business days (standard); expedite $50 24-hr / $100 same-day.
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