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

Mississippi state filing fee is $50. Standard processing is 1 to 3 business days. We file Articles of Organization with the Mississippi Secretary of State, obtain your EIN, file your BOI report with FinCEN, and provide Mississippi Registered Agent service free for the first year.

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State filing fee$50
Processing1 to 3 business days
State GDP$130B
Population2.9M
Small businesses~250,000
Our service fee$0
$50 TOTAL
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Mississippi filing fee
1 to 3 business days
Standard processing
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$130B
Mississippi GDP
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Mississippi state fee
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Mississippi Registered AgentFree for the first year
The Mississippi business environment

Why entrepreneurs file an LLC in Mississippi.

Low formation fees ($50) and low annual costs ($25, free online). Lower cost of living than national average. State income tax phasing to 4% flat. Manufacturing recruitment is aggressive.

State GDP$130BTotal state output
Population2.9MLatest census estimate
Small businesses~250,000Per SBA Office of Advocacy
Notable#1 catfish productionDistinguishing economic fact
Top industries in Mississippi
Manufacturing (automotive, aerospace)Agriculture (catfish, poultry, soybeans)Casinos & gamingForestryHealthcare
Top cities to file

Where Mississippi businesses are based.

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

Jackson
State capital. Healthcare, government, manufacturing.
Gulfport
Casinos, tourism, port.
Southaven
Memphis suburb, growing logistics.
Hattiesburg
Manufacturing, university, healthcare.
Biloxi
Casinos, tourism, military (Keesler AFB).
Tupelo
Manufacturing, Elvis Presley birthplace, tourism.
Mississippi LLC specifics

The Mississippi formation rules at a glance.

  • $50 filing fee, $25 annual report (free if filed online)
  • Processing: 1 to 3 business days (standard only)
  • Filed with the Mississippi Secretary of State in Jackson
  • Top industries: Manufacturing (automotive, aerospace), Agriculture (catfish, poultry, soybeans), Casinos & gaming

Our take Excellent low-cost state for LLC formation. Among the lowest total cost of ownership.

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The Mississippi Secretary of State

Business Services Division processes LLC formations from Jackson. We file your Articles of Organization electronically with this office. Annual report obligation: $25 annual report (free if filed online).

FILED ELECTRONICALLY · 1 TO 3 BUSINESS DAYS
Ready to file in Mississippi?5 minutes, $0 service fee, $50 Mississippi filing fee at cost.
What is included on Starter

Free with your Mississippi LLC formation.

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

  • Articles filed with the Mississippi Secretary of State, our service fee $0
  • IRS EIN application (Form SS-4) filed for you
  • Mississippi-specific Operating Agreement or Bylaws template
  • Mississippi Registered Agent service: first year free, then $99/year
  • Basic Mississippi compliance calendar (annual report dates)
  • Document storage, 5 GB
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How it works

From form to filed in Mississippi, in four steps.

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

Mississippi vs neighbors.

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

Alabama$200Similar Southern economy, higher fees
Arkansas$45Slightly lower fees, similar economy
Tennessee$300No income tax, much higher fees
Mississippi$50Excellent low-cost state for LLC formation. Among the lowest total cost of ownership.
Local resources

Mississippi business resources beyond formation.

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

Mississippi Development AuthorityState business support
Mississippi SBDCStatewide network
Greater Jackson ChamberMetro chamber
Mississippi Manufacturing AssociationManufacturing advocacy
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FAQ

Mississippi-specific LLC questions.

Why is online annual report free?
Mississippi waives the $25 fee for online filings. Paper filing has a fee.
Does Mississippi have state income tax?
Yes. Currently progressive up to 5%; phasing to 4% flat by 2026.
Why so much catfish?
Mississippi River delta has ideal conditions. Mississippi produces ~60% of US farm-raised catfish.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Mississippi?
Mississippi charges a $50 state filing fee. Our service fee is $0. There are no add-on charges from us. Total upfront cost: $50.
How long does it take to form an LLC in Mississippi?
Mississippi processes LLC formations in 1 to 3 business days for standard filings. Standard processing is your only option.
Do I need to live in Mississippi to form an LLC there?
No. You can form a Mississippi LLC from anywhere. You will need a Mississippi Registered Agent (we provide this free for the first year).
What is a Mississippi Registered Agent?
Mississippi requires every LLC to designate a Registered Agent with a physical address in Mississippi. We provide Mississippi Registered Agent service free for the first year, $99/year after.
What about BOI reporting for my Mississippi 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 Mississippi LLC in 5 minutes.

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

Pay only state fee $50 Mississippi fee at cost 60-day money-back

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