2026 Rhode Island fee schedule
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Rhode Island?
Every Rhode Island LLC cost for 2026: the state filing fee, the annual report, registered agent, and what you actually pay in year one. Reviewed by IRS Enrolled Agents.
The short answer
An LLC in Rhode Island costs $150 in one-time state filing fees. The annual report is $50 a year, due Between February 1 and May 1. With Gullia Filing your total first-year cost is $349, which includes the state fee, our flat $149 service fee, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement.
State filing fee
$150
Annual Report
$50/yr
Processing time
3-5 business days
Rhode Island LLC cost breakdown
| Cost | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| State filing fee (Articles of Organization) | $150 | One time |
| Annual Report | $50 | Yearly, due Between February 1 and 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 | $349 | All in |
Graduated personal income tax up to 5.99% on RI-resident LLC members. $400 minimum corporate tax if C-Corp elected.
What founders in Rhode Island overpay for
- $400 minimum corporate tax applies if you elect C-Corp status, even with zero income.
- Small state size limits local market — most LLCs need to sell to Boston/NYC or nationally.
- Late filing penalties. $25 + revocation after non-filing
- Franchise tax. No franchise tax on LLCs. 7% corporate income tax if C-Corp elected. Minimum tax of $400.
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Start your Rhode Island LLC for $349
State fee, filing, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement. One price, no upsells at checkout.
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