Official State Fees and Provider Service Options
The Florida Division of Corporations sets fixed statutory fees for LLC filings processed on Sunbiz. Commercial formation providers charge separate service fees to complete these filings for you. Options in the tables below are listed alphabetically, not ranked.
Official Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule
| Filing Requirement or Service | Official State Fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $125.00 | $100 filing fee + $25 registered agent fee (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule) |
| Annual Report (Due May 1) | $138.75 | Mandatory annual filing (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule) |
| Annual Report Late Penalty | $400.00 | Added if received after May 1 for $538.75 total (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule) |
| Change of Registered Agent | $25.00 | State fee (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule) |
| Articles of Correction | $25.00 | State fee (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule) |
| Amended Annual Report | $50.00 | State fee (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule) |
| Certificate of Status | $5.00 | State fee (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule) |
| Certified Copy | $30.00 | State fee (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule) |
Commercial LLC Service Options
Providers below are listed alphabetically, not ranked. Entry pricing is shown alongside ongoing registered agent renewal rates.
| Provider | Base Package Pricing | Registered Agent Renewal | Compliance Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bizee | $0 + state fee | Free 1st year, then $119/yr | Optional annual tracking |
| LegalZoom | $0 + state fee | $249/yr | Optional compliance alerts |
| Northwest Registered Agent | $39 + state fee | $125/yr | Business address privacy |
| Rocket Lawyer | $99.99 + state fee | $249.99/yr | Legal membership discount |
| Tailor Brands | $0 + state fee | $199/yr | Integrated brand tools |
| ZenBusiness | Starter $0 + state fee (Pro $199/yr, Premium $299/yr) | $99 1st year, then $199/yr | Worry-Free Compliance on Pro and Premium |
Comparing Direct Sunbiz Filings Against Commercial LLC Services
Forming an LLC in Florida requires registering Articles of Organization with the Division of Corporations. Entity creation is governed by s. 605.0201 F.S., and official instructions from the Division of Corporations note that the Division gives no legal advice (source: Florida Division of Corporations Instructions). The state processes filings in the order received, meaning commercial services do not get special government priority or faster handling.
The real difference lies in administrative oversight, privacy protection, and document management. Sunbiz accepts state forms, while a commercial provider handles administrative setup, ongoing deadlines, and address privacy.
Registered Agent Rules and Address Privacy
Florida law requires every LLC to maintain a registered agent with a physical street address in Florida. P.O. boxes are not permitted. Information submitted to Sunbiz becomes a public record accessible online.
If you file on Sunbiz yourself, your personal address becomes public. Commercial services act as your registered agent, listing their street address on public records to protect your personal privacy. Commercial registered agent fees range from $119 to $249 annually as of 2026.
Operating Agreements, EINs, and BOI Exemptions
Direct Sunbiz filings establish your entity, but leave internal and federal tasks to you:
- Operating Agreements: Under s. 605.0105 F.S., an operating agreement governs member relations and management (source: Florida Legislature). It is an internal document kept with your records and is not filed with Sunbiz. Services include customizable templates, whereas DIY filers draft their own.
- Employer Identification Numbers (EIN): An EIN is required for banking and payroll. An EIN is $0 (free) directly from the IRS (source: IRS.gov). Never pay a third party for an EIN. IRS guidelines require forming the entity with the state before applying for an EIN.
- Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI): Under federal rules effective August 14, 2026, US-formed companies are exempt from BOI reporting (source: FinCEN.gov). You do not need to pay a service for BOI filings.
Ongoing Deadlines and Late Penalties
Florida LLCs must file an annual report on Sunbiz between January 1 and May 1 for $138.75 (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule). An annual report received after May 1 incurs an automatic $400 late penalty, raising the fee to $538.75. DIY filers must track this deadline independently, while services offer automated compliance alerts.
Deciding Between Sunbiz and ZenBusiness
Filing directly on Sunbiz is best if you have a physical business address, do not mind public records, and manage your own deadlines. You pay only the mandatory $125.00 state fee.
Using a commercial service is better if you want address privacy and automated compliance tracking. For structured support, ZenBusiness offers a Starter tier at $0 plus state fee, while Pro ($199/yr) and Premium ($299/yr) include Worry-Free Compliance. Registered agent service is $99 for the first year and $199/yr upon renewal on all tiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the official Florida LLC filing fees, annual report fees, and registered agent rules on Sunbiz?
The new LLC total filing cost on Sunbiz is $125.00 ($100 filing fee + $25 registered agent fee). Florida LLCs must maintain a registered agent with a physical Florida street address. Annual reports are due between January 1 and May 1 for $138.75; reports received after May 1 incur a $400 late penalty, totaling $538.75 (source: Florida Division of Corporations Fee Schedule).
What does Florida Statute 605.0105 say about LLC operating agreements not filed with the state?
Under s. 605.0105 F.S., an operating agreement governs internal relations among members, managers, and the LLC (source: Florida Legislature). Operating agreements are internal contracts retained in company records and are not filed with Sunbiz.
What are the official requirements for Florida LLC Articles of Organization and registered agents on dos.fl.gov?
Under s. 605.0201 F.S., forming a Florida LLC requires filing Articles of Organization listing the legal entity name, address, and designated registered agent with a physical Florida address (source: Florida Division of Corporations Instructions). The Division handles administration only and gives no legal advice.
Sources
- Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, “LLC Fees”
- Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, “Instructions for Articles of Organization (FL LLC)”
- Internal Revenue Service, “Get an employer identification number”
- Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, “Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting”
This article provides general information rather than legal advice, and filing requirements vary by state and change over time.