Tennessee LLC fee table
| Item | Fee | How often | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formation filing minimum | $300 | One time | verified source |
| Annual report minimum | $300 | annual | verified source |
| Franchise and excise tax | Variable | annual | see note source |
| Name reservation (optional) | not verified | One time | unverified |
| Expedited processing (optional) | Not verified | Per filing | unverified |
| Foreign LLC registration (out-of-state LLCs) | $300 | One time | unverified secondary source |
| Registered agent | $0 if you serve yourself; typically $100–150/yr paid | Yearly | typical market range |
State tax: Franchise & excise tax applies to most LLCs; minimum franchise tax $100 (Dept. of Revenue). source
Deadlines
Annual report due first day of fourth month after recorded fiscal-year close; April 1 for December close.
Cheapest legal way to form in Tennessee
- File online directly with the state; a paid service is optional.
- Be your own registered agent if you have a Tennessee street address.
- Skip name reservation and expedite unless you need them.
- Get your EIN free from the IRS.
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Tennessee LLC cost FAQ
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Tennessee?
The state filing fee for the formation filing minimum is $300. Known state charges in year one come to about $300, before optional services.
What are the ongoing state fees for a Tennessee LLC?
Annual report minimum $300 (annual). Averaged per year that is about $300. Franchise & excise tax applies to most LLCs; minimum franchise tax $100 (Dept. of Revenue).
When is the Tennessee LLC report due?
Annual report due first day of fourth month after recorded fiscal-year close; April 1 for December close.
Does Tennessee require LLC newspaper publication?
No. Tennessee has no newspaper publication requirement for LLCs (only New York, Arizona and Nebraska do).
Can I be my own registered agent in Tennessee?
Usually yes, if you have a physical street address in Tennessee (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 Tennessee?
Foreign LLC registration costs $300 (per a secondary source; not confirmed on the official page in our latest check), plus Tennessee's ongoing report fees.
Sources
Checked October 28, 2026. Fees change; confirm on the official site before filing.
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