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Florida LLC formation
Start your Florida LLC, usually filed within 1 business hour
HourLLC usually prepares and files your Florida Articles of Organization with the Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz) within one business hour of a complete order (Monday to Thursday 9 AM to 5 PM and Friday 9 AM to 12 PM Eastern; orders placed after hours are usually filed by 10 AM the next business day). You pay our $99 service fee plus Florida's $125 state filing fee, passed through at cost, so your total is $224. An EIN from the IRS and an operating agreement are included.
- State fee at cost, shown up front
- EIN included
- Documents by email
At a glance
Florida LLC: fees, speed and paperwork
Once we file, approval is up to the state. Florida is a mid speed state: typical approval for a standard online filing is 5 business days. Florida does not sell faster review for online LLC filings, so there is no rush option to add.
- State filing fee (paid to the state at cost)
- $125
- HourLLC service fee
- $99
- Your total
- $224
- We file
- usually within 1 business hour
- Typical state approval
- 5 business days
- Filing office
- Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz)
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Certified copy (state cost only)
- $30 + $1/page
- Certificate of Good Standing (state cost only)
- LLC $5 / corporation $8.75
State fees and processing times as researched in October 2026 and subject to change by Florida. We confirm your exact state fee before we file. Certified copies, Good Standing certificates and state rush filing are optional and charged at checkout at the state's cost with no service fee.
Official Florida fee source: official state fee page. Fees checked October 23, 2026; the price at checkout is what the state charges us, including any card or portal fee it adds.
How it works
Forming an LLC in Florida with HourLLC
- Pick a name. Your Florida LLC name must include an LLC designator such as "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company" and must not already be taken. We check availability before filing; give us a backup name on the form in case your first choice is taken.
- Fill out a 3 minute form. Members, a Florida registered agent, and your business address. Florida filings are public records, so a business address rather than a home address is a common choice.
- Review and pay. One total: $99 plus Florida's state fee at cost. No upsells.
- We usually file within 1 business hour. We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization to the Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz). When Florida approves it, we email your filing receipt and stamped Articles of Organization as PDFs and keep them in Documents at My account. Then we get your EIN.
After your Florida LLC is approved
Florida LLCs file an annual report on Sunbiz between January 1 and May 1 each year, with a $138.75 fee. Filing after May 1 adds a $400 late fee.
Your EIN is included: we apply to the IRS for it together with your state filing, so you can open a business bank account and file taxes under the LLC.
Almost every state requires a registered agent with a street address in the state who accepts official mail and legal papers during business hours. You can be your own registered agent if you have a Florida address, or use a commercial registered agent.
What every HourLLC order includes
- Name availability check before filing
- Articles of Organization usually filed with the state within 1 business hour
- EIN from the IRS (federal tax ID)
- Free operating agreement
- Filing receipt and stamped, approved Articles of Organization, emailed as PDFs
- Annual report reminders, free with every LLC
Choosing a Florida LLC formation service
Compare the all-in price, not the starting price. Ask each service: is the EIN included, is an operating agreement included, when exactly do you file, and what renews every year? With HourLLC the answer is one price ($99 plus Florida's fee at cost), EIN and operating agreement included, usually filed within 1 business hour, and no yearly fee for the LLC itself. See a side by side comparison.
Yearly cost after your Florida LLC is formed
Florida LLCs file an annual report on Sunbiz between January 1 and May 1 each year, with a $138.75 fee. Filing after May 1 adds a $400 late fee. We send free reminders before it is due.
Rules and costs
Florida LLC requirements
On this page: Name rules · Registered agent · EIN · Cost breakdown
Florida LLC name rules
A Florida LLC name must include “limited liability company”, “L.L.C.” or “LLC”. It also has to be different from names already on file with the state. The name cannot suggest the LLC is connected with a state or federal government agency, or that it has a purpose not allowed by law.
You can reserve a name before you file for $25. Most people skip this: we check the name and file right away, and you can give us a backup name.
Florida registered agent
The registered agent must be a Florida resident or a business entity authorized in Florida, with a street address in Florida that matches the registered office. The agent must sign a written statement accepting the job when the LLC is formed.
On our order form you name your registered agent and their Florida street address. It can be you, if you have a street address in Florida, or a commercial registered agent service.
Getting an EIN for your Florida LLC
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your LLC's federal tax ID. It comes from the IRS, not from Florida, and the IRS does not charge for it. You need it to open a business bank account, hire employees and file business taxes. Every HourLLC order includes it: we prepare and submit the EIN application together with your state filing and send you the IRS confirmation letter.
If your LLC will sell taxable goods or services or hire employees, you may also need to register for Florida state tax accounts. That is a separate step with the state.
Florida LLC cost breakdown
| State filing fee (one time) | $125 |
|---|---|
| Yearly report or tax (January 1 to May 1) | $138.75 |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 |
| Assumed or trade name / DBA (optional, Division of Corporations) | $50 |
| Registered agent | $0 if you serve yourself; a commercial service charges its own yearly fee |
Add our $99 service fee once, at formation. There is no yearly HourLLC fee for the LLC itself.
Checked on official Florida sources on November 5, 2026: name rules, registered agent, name reservation, trade name. Rules and fees can change; we confirm them before we file.
FAQ
Florida LLC questions, answered
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Florida?
Florida charges a $125 state filing fee for a new LLC. HourLLC adds a flat $99 service fee, so your total is $224. That includes your EIN and an operating agreement. The state fee is passed through at cost and shown before you pay.
How long does it take to get an LLC in Florida?
We usually file within 1 business hour of a complete order during business hours. After that, approval is up to the Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz). Typical approval for a standard online filing is 5 business days. Some filings take longer; the state sets the pace, not us.
Can I rush my Florida LLC?
Florida does not sell faster review for online LLC filings, so there is no rush option to add.
Does a Florida LLC have to file an annual report?
Florida LLCs file an annual report on Sunbiz between January 1 and May 1 each year, with a $138.75 fee. Filing after May 1 adds a $400 late fee. We send free reminders with every LLC so you do not miss it.
What is the Florida formation document called?
In Florida the document that creates your LLC is the Articles of Organization, filed with the Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz). We prepare it from your order, file it, and email you the stamped, approved copy as a PDF.
Do I need a registered agent in Florida?
Yes, like almost every state, Florida requires a registered agent with a street address in the state who can accept official mail and legal papers during business hours. You can be your own registered agent if you have a Florida address, or use a commercial registered agent and give us that address when you order.
Is the EIN really included?
Yes. The IRS issues EINs for free, and we prepare and submit the application for you together with your state filing, at no extra charge. You will usually need the EIN to open a business bank account or hire employees.
What does a Florida LLC name need to include?
A Florida LLC name must include "limited liability company", "L.L.C." or "LLC", and it has to be different from names already on file with the state.
Who can be a registered agent in Florida?
The registered agent must be a Florida resident or a business entity authorized in Florida, with a street address in Florida that matches the registered office. The agent must sign a written statement accepting the job when the LLC is formed.
How do I get an EIN for my Florida LLC?
An EIN is a free federal tax ID from the IRS. Every HourLLC order includes it: we prepare and submit the EIN application together with your Florida state filing and send you the IRS confirmation letter.
Other states
Forming an LLC somewhere else?
We file in all 50 states and DC at the same $99 service fee. Each state sets its own filing fee and speed.
Nearby states
Sources checked October 2026: Florida filing requirements