Form Your New Hampshire LLC
Start your business in the Granite State with no personal income tax on wages, no sales tax, and easy access to the Boston market
Filed in New Hampshire
The Granite State · NH
- State filing fee$100
- Processing time1-3 business days online (NH QuickStart); ~1-3 weeks by mail
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$100 — due April 1st annually
- State tax rate7.5% BPT + 0.55% BET
- Expedited optionSame day (in-person) (+$25)
Form your New Hampshire LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your New Hampshire LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $100 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 New Hampshire Secretary of State.
Registered agent
Required in New Hampshire — 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 New Hampshire
New Hampshire is known for its 'Live Free or Die' motto and pro-business environment. With no personal income tax on wages and no sales tax, the state offers a favorable tax climate. Its proximity to Boston provides access to talent and markets while maintaining lower costs.
No state personal income tax on wages
No state sales tax
No franchise tax for LLCs
Low cost of doing business in the Northeast
Strategic New England location with Boston access
Pro-business regulatory environment
Key features of a New Hampshire LLC
- No personal income tax on wages
- No state sales tax
- No franchise tax
- Pro-business New England location
Major industries in New Hampshire
Form your New Hampshire LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 1-3 business days online (NH QuickStart); ~1-3 weeks by mail.
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Check availability through the New Hampshire Secretary of State's business name search.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire Secretary of State. The filing fee is $100. Online filing is available.
- 04
Create an Operating Agreement
New Hampshire does not require an Operating Agreement, but creating one is strongly recommended to define member roles and LLC operations.
- 05
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS for tax filing, banking, and hiring employees.
- 06
File Annual Report
New Hampshire LLCs must file an annual report by April 1st each year. The fee is $100.
New Hampshire LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
New Hampshire LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a New Hampshire LLC in 2026.
- File Certificate of Formation with New Hampshire Secretary of State
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical New Hampshire address
- Create an Operating Agreement (recommended)
- Obtain an EIN from the IRS
- File annual report by April 1st ($100)
- Register for Business Profits Tax and Business Enterprise Tax
Filing information
- Formation document
- Certificate of Formation
- Filing agency
- New Hampshire Secretary of State
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Recommended
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $15 (120 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $100 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire)
- 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.
New Hampshire LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in New Hampshire. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in New Hampshire?
The state filing fee is $100. The annual report fee is $100. Our service fee starts at $100 plus the state fee.
Does New Hampshire have income tax?
New Hampshire has no personal income tax on wages. However, there is a 7.5% Business Profits Tax on business income and a 0.55% Business Enterprise Tax.
Does New Hampshire have sales tax?
No. New Hampshire is one of the few states with no state sales tax, which can benefit retail and e-commerce businesses.
When is the New Hampshire annual report due?
The annual report is due by April 1st each year. The filing fee is $100.
Is New Hampshire close to Boston?
Yes. Southern New Hampshire is within commuting distance of Boston, offering access to Boston's talent pool, markets, and venture capital while benefiting from New Hampshire's lower tax burden.
What is the Business Enterprise Tax?
The Business Enterprise Tax (BET) is a 0.55% tax on the enterprise value tax base (compensation, interest, and dividends paid). BET payments can be credited against the Business Profits Tax.
New Hampshire government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official New Hampshire state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
Reserves the name for 120 days.
$5.00 certification charge PLUS $1.00 per page.
$10.00 per document (cash or check payable to State of New Hampshire).
New Hampshire has no general sales and use tax, so there is no seller's permit or resale certificate to obtain.
Learn moreStandard reinstatement fee is $135 (RSA 304-C:191, upon filing an application for reinstatement under RSA 304-C:138).
Learn moreEverything you need to run your New Hampshire LLC
Formation is the first step — stay compliant and operational with these services.
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Formation is free — you pay only the $100 New Hampshire state filing fee. Personal-asset protection, pass-through taxation, and a complete document package, filed in 1-3 business days online (NH QuickStart); ~1-3 weeks by mail.
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