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How Much Does an LLC Cost in Alabama?
The state filing fee is $200. The recurring state cost is about $50 per filing period.
Partially verified 2026-10-11: $200 formation verified (plus required name reservation $25 mail/$28 online); annual BPT minimum not confirmed from ADOR. Sources: www.sos.alabama.gov · www.sos.alabama.gov. Confirm with the official Alabama office.
| Item | Cost | When |
|---|---|---|
| Formation filing | $200 | Once |
| Annual/periodic | Business Privilege Tax return to AL Dept. of Revenue (minimum not re-confirmed) | April 15 (with BPT return) |
| Registered agent (optional if you are your own) | Varies by provider | Yearly |
| EIN | $0 (IRS) | Once |
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The calculator assumes the first periodic fee falls in year 2. Some states (e.g. California's $800 tax) charge in the first year.
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FAQ
How much is an LLC in Alabama per year?
The recurring state cost is about $50 per year (Business Privilege Tax return to AL Dept. of Revenue (minimum not re-confirmed)), plus a registered agent if you hire one.
Last updated 2026-10-11.