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Massachusetts LLC formation
Start your Massachusetts LLC, usually filed within 1 business hour
HourLLC prepares and files your Massachusetts Certificate of Organization with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, Corporations Division usually 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 Massachusetts's $520 state filing fee, passed through at cost, so your total is $619. 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
Massachusetts LLC: fees, speed and paperwork
Once we file, approval is up to the state. Massachusetts is one of the faster states: typical approval for a standard online filing is 1 to 2 business days. Massachusetts 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)
- $520
- HourLLC service fee
- $99
- Your total
- $619
- We file
- usually within 1 business hour
- Typical state approval
- 1 to 2 business days
- Filing office
- Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, Corporations Division
- Formation document
- Certificate of Organization
- Certified copy (state cost only)
- LLC $11 / corporation $12
- Certificate of Good Standing (state cost only)
- corporation $12 / LLC $25 / LP $25 / LLP $25
State fees and processing times as researched in October 2026 and subject to change by Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts with HourLLC
- Pick a name. Your Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts registered agent, and your business address. Massachusetts filings are public records, so a business address rather than a home address is a common choice.
- Review and pay. One total: $99 plus Massachusetts's state fee at cost. No upsells.
- We usually file within 1 business hour. We prepare and submit your Certificate of Organization to the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, Corporations Division. When Massachusetts approves it, we email your filing receipt and stamped Certificate of Organization as PDFs and keep them in Documents at My account. Then we get your EIN.
After your Massachusetts LLC is approved
Massachusetts LLCs file an annual report with the Corporations Division on or before the LLC's anniversary date each year, with a $500 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 Massachusetts address, or use a commercial registered agent.
What every HourLLC order includes
- Name availability check before filing
- Certificate 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 Certificate of Organization, emailed as PDFs
- Annual report reminders, free with every LLC
Choosing a Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts'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 Massachusetts LLC is formed
Massachusetts LLCs file an annual report with the Corporations Division on or before the LLC's anniversary date each year, with a $500 fee. We send free reminders before it is due.
Rules and costs
Massachusetts LLC requirements
On this page: Name rules · Resident agent · EIN · Cost breakdown · Other rules
Massachusetts LLC name rules
A Massachusetts LLC name must include “limited liability company”, “limited company”, “L.L.C.”, “L.C.”, “LLC” or “LC”. It also has to be different from names already on file with the state.
Massachusetts resident agent
The agent must be a person who lives in Massachusetts, a Massachusetts corporation, or an out-of-state corporation authorized to do business in Massachusetts. The LLC must also keep an office in Massachusetts. The agent's written consent must be in the certificate of organization or attached to it.
On our order form you name your resident agent and their Massachusetts street address. It can be you, if you have a street address in Massachusetts, or a commercial resident agent service.
Getting an EIN for your Massachusetts LLC
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your LLC's federal tax ID. It comes from the IRS, not from Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts state tax accounts. That is a separate step with the state.
Massachusetts LLC cost breakdown
| State filing fee (one time) | $520 |
|---|---|
| Yearly report or tax (by your anniversary date) | $500 |
| Resident 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.
Other Massachusetts rules to know
Massachusetts charges $500 every year for the LLC annual report, set by state law.
Checked on official Massachusetts sources on November 5, 2026: name rules, registered agent, annual report. Rules and fees can change; we confirm them before we file.
FAQ
Massachusetts LLC questions, answered
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts charges a $520 state filing fee for a new LLC. HourLLC adds a flat $99 service fee, so your total is $619. 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 Massachusetts?
We usually file within 1 business hour of a complete order during business hours. After that, approval is up to the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, Corporations Division. Typical approval for a standard online filing is 1 to 2 business days. Some filings take longer; the state sets the pace, not us.
Can I rush my Massachusetts LLC?
Massachusetts does not sell faster review for online LLC filings, so there is no rush option to add.
Does a Massachusetts LLC have to file an annual report?
Massachusetts LLCs file an annual report with the Corporations Division on or before the LLC's anniversary date each year, with a $500 fee. We send free reminders with every LLC so you do not miss it.
What is the Massachusetts formation document called?
In Massachusetts the document that creates your LLC is the Certificate of Organization, filed with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, Corporations Division. 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 Massachusetts?
Yes, like almost every state, Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts LLC name need to include?
A Massachusetts LLC name must include "limited liability company", "limited company", "L.L.C.", "L.C.", "LLC" or "LC", and it has to be different from names already on file with the state.
Who can be a resident agent in Massachusetts?
The agent must be a person who lives in Massachusetts, a Massachusetts corporation, or an out-of-state corporation authorized to do business in Massachusetts. The LLC must also keep an office in Massachusetts. The agent's written consent must be in the certificate of organization or attached to it.
How do I get an EIN for my Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts 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: Massachusetts filing requirements