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District of Columbia LLC cost

Forming an LLC in District of Columbia costs $99 in state filing fees. Expect about $99 in known state charges in year one and $150 a year after that.

Last checked October 28, 2026 · core fees verified on official state pages.

District of Columbia LLC fee table

ItemFeeHow oftenStatus
Certificate of Organization$99One timeverified source
Biennial report$300biennialverified source
Name reservation (optional)$50One timeverified source
Expedited processing (optional)Not verifiedPer filingunverified
Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs)$220One timeverified source
Registered agent$0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paidYearlytypical market range

Deadlines

First biennial report due April 1 of the calendar year after registration, then every two years.

Cheapest legal way to form in District of Columbia

  • File online directly with the state; a paid service is optional.
  • Be your own registered agent if you have a District of Columbia street address.
  • Skip name reservation and expedite unless you need them.
  • Get your EIN free from the IRS.

District of Columbia LLC cost calculator

1Where will you form your LLC?

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2What it costs

District of Columbia LLC cost FAQ

How much does it cost to form an LLC in District of Columbia?

The state filing fee for the certificate of organization is $99. Known state charges in year one come to about $99, before optional services.

What are the ongoing state fees for a District of Columbia LLC?

Biennial report $300 (biennial). Averaged per year that is about $150.

When is the District of Columbia LLC report due?

First biennial report due April 1 of the calendar year after registration, then every two years.

Does District of Columbia require LLC newspaper publication?

No. District of Columbia has no newspaper publication requirement for LLCs (only New York, Arizona and Nebraska do).

Can I be my own registered agent in District of Columbia?

Usually yes, if you have a physical street address in District of Columbia (not a P.O. box) where you can accept legal papers during business hours. Paid agents typically cost about $100–150 a year.

How much does it cost to register an out-of-state LLC in District of Columbia?

Foreign LLC registration costs $220, plus District of Columbia's ongoing report fees.

Sources

Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.

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