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California . Filing fees 2026

California Secretary of State filing fees, all in one place.

A complete reference of California Secretary of State business filing fees for 2026. Use this to budget formation, compliance, and ongoing maintenance costs accurately.

Formation

LLC Formation (Articles of Organization)$70
Corporation Formation (Articles of Incorporation)$100

Compliance

LLC Annual Report$20 (SI) + $800 annual tax
Corporation Annual Report$25 (SI)

Document Services

Certificate of Good Standing / Existence$5
Statement of Change of Registered Agent$30

Foreign + Wind-up

Foreign Qualification$70
Articles of Dissolution (LLC)$0

State fees current as of 2026. {s["agency"]} fees may change. File.Business service fees are separate.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to form an LLC in California?
State filing fee: $70. File.Business formation package starts at $0 + state fees.
How much is the California annual report?
LLC: $20 (SI) + $800 annual tax. Corporation: $25 (SI).
How much is a California Certificate of Good Standing?
$5 state fee. File.Business orders for $49 + state fee.
How much does California foreign qualification cost?
State fee: $70. Plus Cert of Good Standing from home state + RA service.
Are California filing fees deductible?
Most business filing fees are deductible business expenses. Consult your accountant.
Why is the California foreign qualification fee different from formation?
Foreign qualification fees are typically higher than domestic formation. Some states charge a premium.
Can File.Business pay California filing fees on my behalf?
Yes. Pass-through at state cost. Our service fee is separate.

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Disclosure. File.Business is a private business filing and compliance service. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with the California Secretary of State or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the California Secretary of State. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Fees and deadlines verified against the California Secretary of State as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed California attorney or CPA.

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