2026 Arkansas fee schedule
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Arkansas?
Every Arkansas LLC cost for 2026: the state filing fee, the annual franchise tax report, registered agent, and what you actually pay in year one. Reviewed by IRS Enrolled Agents.
The short answer
An LLC in Arkansas costs $45 in one-time state filing fees. The annual franchise tax report is $150 a year, due May 1. With Gullia Filing your total first-year cost is $344, which includes the state fee, our flat $149 service fee, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement.
State filing fee
$45
Annual Franchise Tax Report
$150/yr
Processing time
2-3 business days
Arkansas LLC cost breakdown
| Cost | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| State filing fee (Articles of Organization) | $45 | One time |
| Annual Franchise Tax Report | $150 | Yearly, due May 1 |
| Registered agent | $99 to $299 (free first year with us) | Yearly |
| EIN / Federal Tax ID | Free with Gullia Filing | One time |
| Operating agreement | Included | One time |
| Gullia Filing service fee | $149 | One time, flat |
| Total first year with Gullia Filing | $344 | All in |
Graduated personal income tax up to 3.9% (2024) on AR-resident LLC members. $150 annual franchise tax applies to all LLCs.
What founders in Arkansas overpay for
- The $150 annual franchise tax applies to ALL LLCs regardless of income — non-negotiable recurring cost.
- Missing the May 1 franchise tax deadline adds a $25 fee plus 10% of the tax owed.
- Late filing penalties. $25 + 10% tax penalty
- Franchise tax. $150 flat annual franchise tax on all LLCs regardless of income.
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Start your Arkansas LLC for $344
State fee, filing, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement. One price, no upsells at checkout.
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