2026 Delaware fee schedule
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Delaware?
Every Delaware LLC cost for 2026: the state filing fee, the franchise tax, registered agent, and what you actually pay in year one. Reviewed by IRS Enrolled Agents.
The short answer
An LLC in Delaware costs $110 in one-time state filing fees. The franchise tax is $400 a year, due June 1. With Gullia Filing your total first-year cost is $709, which includes the state fee, our flat $199 service fee, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement.
State filing fee
$110
Franchise Tax
$400/yr
Processing time
3-5 business days
Delaware LLC cost breakdown
| Cost | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| State filing fee (Articles of Organization) | $110 | One time |
| Expedited processing (optional) | +$100 | One time, 24 hours |
| Franchise Tax | $400 | Yearly, due June 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 | $199 | One time, flat |
| Total first year with Gullia Filing | $709 | All in |
No state income tax on LLCs that do not do business in Delaware. Only the $400 franchise tax applies.
What founders in Delaware overpay for
- Doing business in your home state still requires foreign qualification there, you pay Delaware AND your home state.
- The $400 franchise tax is due even if the LLC had zero revenue or was dormant.
- Late filing penalties. $200 + 1.5% monthly interest
- Franchise tax. Flat $400 annual LLC franchise tax regardless of income or activity.
Delaware LLC cost FAQs
Start your Delaware LLC for $709
State fee, filing, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement. One price, no upsells at checkout.
Registered agent included Filed within one business day