New York LLC Cost (2026)

See New York 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.

New York LLC cost starts with a $200 Articles of Organization filing. The initial budget is usually higher because New York requires publication in two county-designated newspapers for six successive weeks within 120 days after formation. Newspaper charges vary by county. After formation, the LLC files a $9 Biennial Statement every two years.

Educational note: This guide is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Confirm current requirements with New York Department of State, New York Department of Taxation and Finance, New York Department of Labor, county clerks, local agencies, IRS, and qualified professionals.

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If you are trying to decide…	Short answer
Articles of Organization	$200
Newspaper publication	Variable by county and newspaper
Certificate of Publication filing	$50
Publication deadline	Within 120 days after formation
Biennial Statement	$9 every 2 years
Separate registered agent required?	No; New York Department of State is the statutory agent for service
EIN	$0 from IRS
Sales tax, payroll, and local permits	Separate and activity-specific

For many New York LLCs, the practical order is:

Search name -> file Articles of Organization -> wait for county newspaper instructions -> publish for six weeks -> file Certificate of Publication -> adopt operating agreement -> get EIN if needed -> register taxes or payroll when required -> check local licenses -> file Biennial Statement every two years

New York LLC cost at a glance

Cost or requirement	Amount	What to know
Articles of Organization	$200	Main domestic LLC formation filing
Newspaper publication	Variable	Two county-designated newspapers; six successive weeks
Certificate of Publication	$50	Filed after publication
Biennial Statement	$9	Every two years
Name reservation	$20	Optional
EIN	$0	Free directly from IRS
Sales tax or employer registration	Varies	New York tax and employer accounts are separate
Local or professional licenses	Varies	County, city, and industry rules may apply

Formation filing cost

New York Department of State lists a $200 fee for domestic LLC Articles of Organization. That filing creates the LLC, but it does not include newspaper charges, the Certificate of Publication filing, EIN assistance, tax accounts, or licenses.

Publication cost

New York requires a newly formed LLC to publish a notice in two newspapers designated by the county clerk. The notice must run once a week for six successive weeks, generally within 120 days after formation. Newspaper pricing is not one statewide amount; it can vary substantially by county and publication.

After publication, file the Certificate of Publication with the Department of State. The state filing fee is $50.

Ongoing cost

The New York LLC Biennial Statement fee is $9, filed every two years. This is a business-information filing, not an income tax return or sales tax return.

Cost FAQ

How much does it cost to start a New York LLC?

The state formation fee is $200. Add variable newspaper publication charges and the $50 Certificate of Publication filing.

Is publication really required?

Yes, unless a specific legal exception applies. The county clerk designates the newspapers.

How much is the New York LLC annual report?

New York uses a Biennial Statement rather than a standard annual report. The fee is $9 every two years.

Is EIN free?

Yes. EINs are free when requested directly from the IRS.

Official resources

TimeSee New York LLC processing time factors in 2026, including online filing, paper filing, name issues, registered agent mistakes, EIN timing, and next steps.NameLearn how to search a New York LLC name in 2026, check distinguishability, avoid name rejection, and separate legal names from DBAs, domains, and trademarks.Registered AgentUnderstand New York registered agent rules for LLCs in 2026, including who can serve, address requirements, privacy tradeoffs, and when to use a service.ArticlesLearn how to file the New York LLC formation document in 2026, what information to prepare, what the filing fee covers, and what to do after approval.AgreementLearn what a New York LLC operating agreement should cover in 2026, why banks and partners ask for it, and how it supports ownership and management.EINLearn when a New York LLC needs an EIN in 2026, how to apply through the IRS for free, and how EIN timing affects banking, payroll, and tax accounts.

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