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Georgian LLC Formation, 2026
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How to form an LLC in Georgia for $0 service fee.

Georgia state filing fee is $100. Standard processing is 5 to 7 business days. We file Articles of Organization with the Georgia Secretary of State, obtain your EIN, file your BOI report with FinCEN, and provide Georgia Registered Agent service free for the first year.

$0 service fee $100 state fee at cost 60-day money-back
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State filing fee$100
Processing5 to 7 business days
State GDP$748B
Population11M
Small businesses~1.2M
Our service fee$0
$100 TOTAL
$100
Georgia filing fee
5 to 7 business days
Standard processing
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Georgia GDP
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EIN includedIRS SS-4 filed for you
Georgia Registered AgentFree for the first year
The Georgia business environment

Why entrepreneurs file an LLC in Georgia.

Site Selection magazine ranked GA #1 state for business multiple years. Right-to-work, low corporate tax (5.39%), aggressive economic development incentives. Film tax credit (30%) attracts major productions.

State GDP$748BTotal state output
Population11MLatest census estimate
Small businesses~1.2MPer SBA Office of Advocacy
Notable#1 state for business (Site Selection)Distinguishing economic fact
Top industries in Georgia
Logistics & distribution (Hartsfield-Jackson)Film & entertainment ("Hollywood of the South")Fintech (Atlanta)ManufacturingAgriculture
Top cities to file

Where Georgia businesses are based.

You can form your Georgian LLC from any of these metros (or anywhere in the state). Most founders form in the state where they live and operate.

Atlanta
9th-largest US metro. Coca-Cola, Delta, Home Depot, CNN, fintech, film.
Savannah
Port logistics (4th-busiest US container port), tourism.
Augusta
Healthcare (Medical College of Georgia), cybersecurity (Fort Eisenhower).
Athens
UGA, growing tech and music scene.
Macon
Manufacturing, healthcare.
Columbus
Manufacturing, Fort Moore, financial services.
Georgian LLC specifics

The Georgia formation rules at a glance.

  • $100 filing fee, $50 annual registration
  • Processing: 5 to 7 business days ($100 expedited)
  • Filed with the Georgia Secretary of State in Atlanta
  • Top industries: Logistics & distribution (Hartsfield-Jackson), Film & entertainment ("Hollywood of the South"), Fintech (Atlanta)

Our take Strong choice for businesses operating in Georgia. Low ongoing costs, large economy, business-friendly climate.

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The Georgia Secretary of State

Corporations Division processes LLC formations from Atlanta. We file your Articles of Organization electronically with this office. Annual report obligation: $50 annual registration.

FILED ELECTRONICALLY · 5 TO 7 BUSINESS DAYS
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What is included on Starter

Free with your Georgian LLC formation.

Starter is genuinely $0. We pass through the $state Georgia state fee at cost. Everything below is included free.

  • Articles filed with the Georgia Secretary of State, our service fee $0
  • IRS EIN application (Form SS-4) filed for you
  • Georgia-specific Operating Agreement or Bylaws template
  • Georgia Registered Agent service: first year free, then $99/year
  • Basic Georgia compliance calendar (annual report dates)
  • Document storage, 5 GB
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BOI filing $249 · S-Corp election $99 · Annual report filing $149 + state fee · Foreign qualification $149/state · Trademark $249/class + USPTO fee · Custom Operating Agreement $199 · Expedited state filing state fee + $50 service. Full add-on pricing →

How it works

From form to filed in Georgia, in four steps.

Step 1
Tell us about your businessEntity name, members, and Georgia address. Five minutes.
Step 2
We file with GeorgiaArticles of Organization submitted to the Georgia Secretary of State same day.
Step 3
EIN, BOI, bankingEIN issued, BOI filed, you can open a Georgia business bank account.
Step 4
LiveStamped Articles in your vault. Georgia compliance calendar populated.
Skip the Georgia paperwork.We file with the Georgia Secretary of State for you. 5 minutes to start.
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Compare to nearby states

Georgia vs neighbors.

If you can operate from multiple states, here is how Georgia compares.

Florida$125No state income tax, larger population
Tennessee$300No state income tax, higher upfront
Alabama$200Similar economy, higher upfront cost
Georgia$100Strong choice for businesses operating in Georgia. Low ongoing costs, large economy, business-friendly climate.
Local resources

Georgia business resources beyond formation.

After you file, these Georgia-specific organizations help with mentoring, funding, exporting, and growth.

Georgia Department of Economic DevelopmentState economic development
Georgia SBDC17 statewide centers
Metro Atlanta ChamberLargest regional chamber
Georgia Power Community & Economic DevelopmentStatewide development network
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FAQ

Georgia-specific LLC questions.

What is the GAn annual registration?
$50 due April 1 each year. We track this in your compliance calendar.
What is the GA film tax credit?
30% transferable tax credit on qualifying film production costs. Attracts major Hollywood productions to Atlanta.
Does Georgia have state income tax?
Yes. 5.39% flat rate as of 2024 (reducing to 5.19% in 2025).
Why is Atlanta a fintech hub?
60% of all US payments traffic flows through Atlanta data centers. NCR, Global Payments, FleetCor, BlackKnight, and others HQ here.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Georgia?
Georgia charges a $100 state filing fee. Our service fee is $0. There are no add-on charges from us. Total upfront cost: $100.
How long does it take to form an LLC in Georgia?
Georgia processes LLC formations in 5 to 7 business days for standard filings. Expedited service is available for an additional $100.
Do I need to live in Georgia to form an LLC there?
No. You can form a Georgian LLC from anywhere. You will need a Georgia Registered Agent (we provide this free for the first year).
What is a Georgia Registered Agent?
Georgia requires every LLC to designate a Registered Agent with a physical address in Georgia. We provide Georgia Registered Agent service free for the first year, $99/year after.
What about BOI reporting for my Georgian LLC?
Required for every new LLC at the federal level (FinCEN), regardless of state. We file it for you at no cost as part of formation. Civil penalties for missing it run up to $591/day.

Start your Georgian LLC in 5 minutes.

Tell us a few details. We file with the Georgia Secretary of State, obtain your EIN, file your BOI, and set up your Georgia Registered Agent.

Pay only state fee $100 Georgia fee at cost 60-day money-back

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