Form Your Florida LLC
Start a Florida limited liability company filed directly with the Division of Corporations through Sunbiz.org. The state filing fee is $125 (includes the $25 registered agent designation fee), and online filings through Sunbiz typically process in 1-2 business days — one of the fastest turnarounds of any state.
What's Included through our service
- Articles of Organization (Form INHS18) preparation, review, and filing with the Florida Division of Corporations via Sunbiz.org
- State filing fee ($125) paid directly to the state on your behalf
Optional add-on services:
- Registered agent service — $99/year
- EIN application — available separately
- Operating agreement drafting — available separately
Florida LLC at a Glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| State filing fee | $125 (online via Sunbiz.org) |
| Our formation fee | our service fee |
| Formation document | Articles of Organization (Form INHS18) |
| Filing agency | Florida Division of Corporations |
| Processing time | 1-2 business days (online) |
| Annual report | $138.75, due by May 1 each year |
| Late fee | $400 if filed after May 1 |
| Registered agent | Required — $99/year (separate service) |
| State income tax | None for individuals |
| Governing law | Chapter 605, Florida Statutes |
Why Florida for Your LLC
Florida's combination of no personal state income tax and a modern LLC statute makes it one of the most LLC-friendly states in the country. The Florida Revised LLC Act (Chapter 605, Florida Statutes) replaced the older Chapter 608 in 2015 and provides strong default protections — including charging order protection for multi-member LLCs that shields members' interests from creditors.
The Division of Corporations operates Sunbiz.org, widely considered one of the best state filing portals in the nation. Filing online means you skip the mail delays other states impose, and there is no separate "expedited" fee because standard online processing is already fast.
Complete LLC Formation Guide
Our step-by-step formation guide walks you through everything required to form an LLC in Florida — from running a name search on Sunbiz.org to filing your Articles of Organization (Form INHS18) with the Division of Corporations.
After You're Formed
Once your LLC is active, there are ongoing requirements to maintain good standing — most importantly the annual report ($138.75, due by May 1 each year). Miss that deadline and you face a $400 late fee, with administrative dissolution following in September.
Choose the Right Structure
Not sure if an LLC is the best fit? Our comparison guides break down LLCs versus corporations, sole proprietorships, S-corps, and partnerships — all contextualized to Florida's no-income-tax environment.
Explore LLC Types
From single-member to professional LLCs for licensed practitioners, learn about the different LLC structures available under Chapter 605. Note: Florida does not authorize Series LLCs — if you need separate liability per asset, you'll form individual LLCs.
Industry-Specific Guidance
Whether you're in real estate (Florida's top industry for LLC formation), tourism and hospitality, construction, or e-commerce — our industry guides cover licensing, structuring, and tax specifics for your field.
Florida Tax Overview
No personal state income tax means pass-through LLC income is only taxed federally. But your LLC may still owe Florida sales tax (6% + county surtax), tangible personal property tax on business equipment, and — if you elect corporate taxation — the 5.5% Florida corporate income tax. Our tax guide breaks it all down.
Helpful Guides
Our practical guides cover scenarios like forming an LLC as a non-resident, converting a sole proprietorship, and what to do if you miss the May 1 annual report deadline.
Filing fees and requirements verified as of May 2026. Check your state's filing authority website for current information.
Ready to Start?
Forming a Florida LLC through the Division of Corporations is straightforward — we handle the Sunbiz.org filing on your behalf and ensure your Articles of Organization are complete and accurate.