Maine LLC Cost (2026)
See Maine 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.
Maine LLC cost starts with a $175 Secretary of State Certificate of Formation. After formation, a domestic Maine LLC files an $85 annual report every year by June 1.
Educational note: This guide is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Confirm current requirements with Maine Secretary of State, Maine Revenue Services, local agencies, IRS, and qualified professionals.
Most people need this first
| If you are trying to decide… | Short answer |
|---|---|
| Maine LLC formation fee | $175 |
| Annual report fee | $85 every year |
| Annual report deadline | June 1 |
| Standard SOS processing | 40-55 business days currently listed |
| Expedited filing | $50 24-hour / $100 immediate |
| Name reservation | $20 |
| Registered agent change | $35 |
| Assumed name filing | $125 |
| EIN | $0 from IRS |
For many Maine LLCs, the practical order is:
Search the name -> choose registered agent -> prepare Certificate of Formation -> decide whether expedited processing is worth it -> create operating agreement -> get EIN if needed -> register Maine tax accounts if selling or withholding -> check city, town, and industry licenses -> file the $85 annual report by June 1 every year
Maine LLC cost at a glance
| Cost or requirement | Amount | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation | $175 | Main domestic LLC formation filing |
| Annual report | $85 every year | Due June 1 |
| Expedited service | $50 / $100 | Optional; 24-hour or immediate handling |
| Name reservation | $20 | Optional |
| Registered agent appointment or change | $35 | If the agent record changes |
| Assumed name | $125 | If operating under another business name |
| EIN | $0 | Free from IRS |
| Sales/use tax or withholding registration | No state filing fee listed for online tax registration | Register only if the tax account applies |
| Local or industry licenses | Varies | Maine often pushes general business licensing to cities and towns |
Formation filing cost
Maine Secretary of State lists the domestic LLC Certificate of Formation at $175. That filing creates the LLC record, but it does not include registered agent service, EIN help from a private company, tax accounts, local licenses, professional licenses, or expedited processing.
Maine’s LLC forms page also says LLC forms are fillable PDF forms that are completed, printed, and mailed with the filing fee. Annual reports can be filed online, but do not assume every formation step is the same as a fully online state portal.
Annual report cost
A Maine domestic LLC annual report is $85. The report is due by June 1 every year. The first annual report is due between January 1 and June 1 of the year after the calendar year in which the LLC was formed.
Maine says it does not mail annual report reminders. If the report is late, a late penalty can be assessed, and unresolved noncompliance can lead to administrative dissolution.
Cost FAQ
How much does it cost to start a Maine LLC?
The Maine Secretary of State domestic LLC Certificate of Formation fee is $175.
Is the Maine annual report really $85?
Yes. Maine lists the domestic LLC annual report at $85. Foreign LLCs pay a different annual report fee.
Does the $175 include expedited processing?
No. Expedited processing is optional and separate: $50 for 24-hour service or $100 for immediate service.
Does Maine charge for an EIN?
No. EINs are free when requested directly from IRS.
Official resources
- Maine Secretary of State LLC forms and fees
- Maine Secretary of State filing requirement reminders
- Maine Secretary of State miscellaneous services and expedited fees
- Maine.gov business licensing
- IRS EIN application
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