Hawaii LLC Cost (2026)
See Hawaii LLC costs in 2026, including state filing fees, recurring fees, registered agent, EIN, taxes, licenses, and common add-on costs.
LLC Route Editorial Team
Reviewed against official state and federal resources.
Updated July 28, 2026
Educational guide, not legal or tax advice.
Hawaii LLC cost is low at the entity-filing level, but the exact number depends on how you count required add-ons. DCCA lists the LLC Articles of Organization fee at $50, and the domestic LLC page also says there is an additional $1 State Archives fee, making the practical formation government cost $51 before optional expedited review.
Educational note: This guide is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Confirm current requirements with Hawaii DCCA BREG, Department of Taxation, DLIR, counties, IRS, and qualified professionals.
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| If you are trying to decide… | Short answer |
|---|---|
| What is the Hawaii LLC filing fee? | $50 Articles fee + $1 State Archives fee |
| What is the annual report cost? | $12.50 online in BREG notices; $15 on fee schedule/paper |
| Expedited BREG review | $25 for most LLC filings |
| Is a registered agent required? | Yes, with a Hawaii business address |
| Name reservation fee | $10 |
| GET license fee | $20 one-time registration |
| Is EIN included? | No. EIN is separate and free from IRS |
For many Hawaii LLCs, the practical order is:
Search name -> choose registered agent -> file Articles -> create operating agreement -> get EIN if needed -> register GET license and tax accounts -> check county or industry permits -> calendar annual report quarter
Hawaii LLC cost at a glance
| Cost or requirement | Amount | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $50 | Main DCCA BREG filing fee |
| State Archives fee | $1 | DCCA domestic LLC page says this is additional |
| Expedited review | $25 | Optional |
| Annual report | $12.50 online / $15 standard | Due in the quarter tied to registration date |
| Late annual report fee | $10 per delinquent year | BREG notices describe this for delinquent annual reports |
| Name reservation | $10 | Optional |
| Registered agent change | $25 | BREG LLC fee schedule |
| GET license | $20 | One-time Department of Taxation registration |
| EIN | $0 | Free directly from IRS |
| County or industry permits | Varies | Depends on activity and location |
Formation filing cost
To form a domestic Hawaii LLC, file Articles of Organization for Limited Liability Company, Form LLC-1, with DCCA Business Registration Division. DCCA lists the filing fee at $50, expedited service at $25, and an additional $1 State Archives fee.
This state filing does not include the GET license, EIN, registered agent service, county permits, professional licenses, tax filings, or service-company package fees.
Annual report cost
The DCCA LLC fee schedule lists the annual report at $15. BREG annual report notices list online annual business report filing for LLCs at $12.50.
Hawaii annual report due dates are tied to the quarter in which the entity registered:
| Registration quarter | Annual report due by |
|---|---|
| January-March | March 31 |
| April-June | June 30 |
| July-September | September 30 |
| October-December | December 31 |
GET license cost
Hawaii does not use a conventional state sales tax structure. The major state tax registration for most businesses is the General Excise Tax license. Hawaii Department of Taxation says anyone receiving income from conducting business activities in Hawaii generally must register, and the GET license fee is $20 one time.
Cost FAQ
How much does it cost to start a Hawaii LLC?
The DCCA Articles fee is $50, and DCCA says there is an additional $1 State Archives fee. GET license, registered agent service, annual report, county permits, and tax help may add cost.
How much is the Hawaii LLC annual report?
BREG notices list online LLC annual reports at $12.50. The BREG LLC fee schedule lists annual report at $15.
Is the Hawaii GET license the same as a sales tax permit?
Not exactly. Hawaii uses General Excise Tax rather than ordinary sales tax. The license is issued by the Department of Taxation.
Is EIN free?
Yes, when requested directly from IRS.
Official resources
- Hawaii DCCA domestic LLC page
- Hawaii DCCA LLC fee schedule
- Hawaii annual report notice
- Hawaii Department of Taxation licensing information
- IRS EIN application
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