Form Your Mississippi LLC
Start your business in the Magnolia State with the lowest cost of living, a $50 filing fee, and a free (no-fee) annual report
Filed in Mississippi
The Magnolia State · MS
- State filing fee$50
- Processing time1-2 business days (online filing required)
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$0 (annual report required, no fee; due Apr 15) — due April 15 annually
- State tax rate4% flat corporate income tax
Form your Mississippi LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your Mississippi LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $50 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 Mississippi Secretary of State.
Registered agent
Required in Mississippi — 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 Mississippi
Mississippi offers the lowest cost of living in the nation, combined with growing manufacturing and automotive sectors. The state provides significant business incentives for companies that create jobs, making it attractive for businesses seeking to minimize operating costs.
Low filing fee of just $50
No annual report fee (annual report required but free; due Apr 15)
Lowest cost of living in the United States
Business incentive programs for new and relocating businesses
Growing manufacturing and automotive sector
Strategic Gulf Coast location
Key features of a Mississippi LLC
- No annual report fee (annual report required but free; due Apr 15)
- Low $50 filing fee
- Lowest cost of living in the US
- Minimum $25 franchise tax
Major industries in Mississippi
Form your Mississippi LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 1-2 business days (online filing required).
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Check availability through the Mississippi Secretary of State's business search.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
Mississippi 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 Mississippi Secretary of State. The filing fee is $50. Online filing is available.
- 04
Create an Operating Agreement
Mississippi does not require an Operating Agreement, but creating one is recommended to establish clear rules for your LLC.
- 05
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS for tax filing, banking, and hiring employees.
- 06
Pay Annual Franchise Tax
Mississippi LLCs must pay a minimum $25 annual franchise tax and file a free annual report (due April 15).
Mississippi LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Mississippi LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a Mississippi LLC in 2026.
- File Certificate of Formation with Mississippi Secretary of State
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical Mississippi address
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- Pay annual franchise tax ($25 minimum)
- Obtain necessary business licenses
Filing information
- Formation document
- Certificate of Formation
- Filing agency
- Mississippi Secretary of State
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $25 (180 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $50 Mississippi 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 Mississippi)
- 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.
Mississippi LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in Mississippi. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Mississippi?
The state filing fee is just $50. The annual report is free (no fee) but must be filed; a minimum $25 franchise tax also applies. Our service fee starts at $100 plus the state fee.
Does Mississippi require annual reports?
Yes. Mississippi LLCs must file an annual report each year, but there is no filing fee. It is due by April 15 (filable on or after January 1).
What is the franchise tax in Mississippi?
Mississippi LLCs pay a minimum $25 annual franchise tax. The actual amount depends on the value of capital employed in the state.
Is Mississippi affordable for business?
Yes. Mississippi has the lowest cost of living in the United States, with affordable real estate, labor, and operating costs. The state also offers significant business incentives.
Can I form a Mississippi LLC online?
Yes, you can file your Certificate of Formation online through the Mississippi Secretary of State's website for faster processing.
What industries are growing in Mississippi?
Mississippi has growing automotive manufacturing (Nissan, Toyota suppliers), advanced manufacturing, and energy sectors. The state also has significant agriculture and a developing technology scene.
Mississippi government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official Mississippi state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
$25 to reserve a name for a domestic LLC, profit corporation, or nonprofit corporation.
In Mississippi the good-standing document is called a 'Certificate of Existence' (or Certificate of Fact).
Learn moreStatutory certified-copy fee (Miss.
$5.00 per document.
Foreign LLC registration fee is $250 (per SOS Fee Schedule / Services & Fees Schedule Oct 2024).
Learn more$50 for a domestic Mississippi LLC per the SOS Services & Fees Schedule (Rev.
Learn moreEverything you need to run your Mississippi LLC
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