Missouri at a glance. The state fee is $50: 3 other jurisdictions charge less to form an LLC and 40 charge more. No annual report is required.
What it costs to form an LLC in Missouri
The state fee to form an LLC in Missouri is $50. That is $75 less than Florida's $125. Online fee; the paper form costs $105.
This is the amount charged by the state itself. It does not include a registered agent, a service company's fee, local business licenses or income taxes.
Missouri annual report and yearly costs
No annual report is required.
The state charges no flat yearly fee beyond what is described above.
Corporation in Missouri
The state fee to form a corporation in Missouri is $58.
The fee in Missouri depends on the number of authorized shares. $58 applies to authorized capital of $30,000 or less. Coral Filings files every corporation with up to 500 authorized shares, the lowest state tier, so $58 is the price we start from. More shares cost more, and we tell you before filing.
- Annual report: The report costs $20 every year.
Coral Filings can form your Missouri corporation, as a C-Corporation or with an S-Corporation election planned (you file IRS Form 2553 yourself, and individuals who are not US residents cannot own S-Corporation stock). Start your Missouri corporation. Read what a C-Corp is and what an S-Corp is.
How to form an LLC in Missouri, step by step
- Choose a name that follows Missouri's rules and check that it is available in the state's business search.
- Appoint a registered agent with a physical street address in Missouri. Coral Filings can act as yours.
- File the formation document with the state's filing office and pay the fee. Use the official portal linked below.
- Request an EIN from the IRS.
- Missouri requires no annual report, so there is no yearly deadline to track. Keep your registered agent and records current.
Let Coral Filings handle it
You can usually form an LLC in the state where you do business. Coral Filings can form your Missouri LLC for you and act as your registered agent in Missouri (or you can name your own). The state fee is charged at cost. Start your Missouri LLC. We are not a law firm and do not give legal or tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Missouri?
The state fee is $50. Registered agent, local licenses and service company fees are extra.
Does Missouri require an annual report for an LLC?
No annual report is required.
How much does it cost to form a corporation in Missouri?
The state fee is $58, based on up to 500 authorized shares, the lowest state tier. More shares cost more.
Can I form an LLC in Missouri if I live in another country?
In most states you can, as long as you have a registered agent with a physical address in the state. Coral Filings can act as your registered agent in the states it sells.
This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. For your specific situation, talk to a licensed attorney or CPA.