How to Form an LLC in Delaware

State fee: $110Processing: Same dayTrueFormed bundle: $89 + state fee
Full disclosure: You can form an LLC in Delaware yourself for just the $110 state fee. The Division of Corporationsdoesn't care who submits the form. Our $89 bundle is for people who'd rather not spend the hour — and it adds EIN, Operating Agreement, and the first year of Registered Agent service.

Delaware LLC Cost Summary

Articles of Organization (state fee)$110
Annual Report$300
Registered Agent (1st year, included in bundle)Included
EIN (IRS — included in bundle)Included
TrueFormed formation service fee$89
Total Year 1 with TrueFormed$499

Year 2+: Registered Agent renewal is $99/yr. Compare: ZenBusiness Year 1 runs about $508 (Pro formation $199 + RA $199 + state fee) for the same services. We publish our full cost breakdown.

Step 1: Choose a name for your Delaware LLC

Your LLC name must be unique in Delawareand include "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company." Search the Division of Corporations database at Division of Corporations website to check availability.

Step 2: Choose a registered agent

Delaware requires every LLC to have a registered agent with a physical address in the state. A registered agent receives legal and tax documents on behalf of your business. You can serve as your own registered agent if you have a Delaware address, or use a service like TrueFormed. Our $89 formation bundle includes the first year; renewal is $99/year.

Step 3: File Articles of Organization

File your Articles of Organization with the Delaware Division of Corporations. You can file online at corp.delaware.gov. The filing fee is $110 and processing typically takes Same day.

Or let TrueFormed handle it — our $89 bundle includes this filing plus EIN, Operating Agreement, and your first year of Registered Agent service. You pay the $110 state fee on top.

Step 4: Get an EIN from the IRS

An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your business's tax ID. It's free from the IRS and takes about 5 minutes online. You'll need it to open a business bank account, file taxes, and hire employees.

See our complete EIN guide →

Step 5: Create an Operating Agreement

Delaware requires an operating agreement, but every LLC should have one. It defines ownership percentages, management structure, and what happens if a member leaves. Banks often require it to open a business account.

Step 6: Stay compliant — Delaware annual requirements

Delaware requires a n annual report filed with the Division of Corporations. Deadline: By June 1 each year. The fee is $300.

Miss the deadline and your LLC can be administratively dissolved. If you keep our $99/yr Registered Agent service active we track this deadline automatically; filing the report is a $99 + state-fee add-on when it comes due.

See our annual reports guide →

Delaware tax notes

No state income tax on LLCs not operating in Delaware. $300 annual tax. No sales tax. Popular for holding companies.

Ready to form your Delaware LLC?

Our $89 bundle covers formation, EIN, Operating Agreement, and your first year of Registered Agent service. State fee ($110) is paid to Delaware at cost.