How much does an LLC cost in Tennessee?
The state filing fee to form an LLC in Tennessee is $300. $50 per member, $300 minimum, $3,000 maximum.
Tennessee requires an annual Annual Report. The fee is $300. $50 per member, $300 minimum, $3,000 maximum.
Franchise Tax minimum (Dept. of Revenue): $100 per year. April 15 for calendar-year LLCs (15th day of the 4th month after your tax year ends). Franchise tax is 0.25% of Tennessee net worth with a $100 minimum, owed even if the LLC is inactive; excise tax is 6.5% of Tennessee taxable income on top.
When is the Tennessee annual report due?
The Tennessee Annual Report is due april 1 for calendar-year LLCs (1st day of the 4th month after fiscal year end).
Find your next Tennessee due date
Official sources
- sos.tn.gov/businesses/services/business-forms-fees
- sos.tn.gov/businesses/faqs
- www.tn.gov/revenue/taxes/franchise---excise-tax.html
- www.tn.gov/revenue/taxes/franchise---excise-tax/due-dates-and-tax-rates.html
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Tennessee LLC FAQ
How much does an LLC cost in Tennessee?
The state filing fee to form an LLC in Tennessee is $300. After that, the Annual Report costs $300 every year. You also owe the $100 Franchise Tax minimum (Dept. of Revenue) each year.
When is the Tennessee LLC annual report due?
The Tennessee Annual Report is due april 1 for calendar-year LLCs (1st day of the 4th month after fiscal year end).
Does Tennessee require an annual report for LLCs?
Yes. Tennessee LLCs file the Annual Report every year.
What happens if I file late in Tennessee?
We haven't verified a specific late fee for Tennessee. Missing filings can lead to loss of good standing or administrative dissolution, so check the official source below.