2026 District of Columbia fee schedule
How Much Does an LLC Cost in District of Columbia?
Every District of Columbia LLC cost for 2026: the state filing fee, the biennial report, registered agent, and what you actually pay in year one. Reviewed by IRS Enrolled Agents.
The short answer
An LLC in District of Columbia costs $220 in one-time state filing fees. The biennial report is $300 a year, due April 1 (every 2 years). With Gullia Filing your total first-year cost is $669, which includes the state fee, our flat $149 service fee, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement.
State filing fee
$220
Biennial Report
$300/yr
Processing time
5-7 business days
District of Columbia LLC cost breakdown
| Cost | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| State filing fee (Articles of Organization) | $220 | One time |
| Expedited processing (optional) | +$50 | One time, 3 business days |
| Biennial Report | $300 | Yearly, due April 1 (every 2 years) |
| 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 | $669 | All in |
DC LLCs owe the 8.25% Unincorporated Business Franchise Tax on net income over $12,000, plus DC personal income tax up to 10.75% for DC-resident members.
What founders in District of Columbia overpay for
- DC's 8.25% Unincorporated Business Franchise Tax hits LLCs even without corporate election — a hidden tax most out-of-state accountants miss.
- Combined DC personal income tax (up to 10.75%) plus 8.25% UBFT can push effective rates over 19% for high-earning members.
- Late filing penalties. $100 + administrative revocation
- Franchise tax. Unincorporated Business Franchise Tax of 8.25% on LLC net income over $12,000. Minimum $250.
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Start your District of Columbia LLC for $669
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