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Mississippi LLC formation
Start your Mississippi LLC, usually filed within 1 business hour
HourLLC usually prepares and files your Mississippi Certificate of Formation with the Mississippi Secretary of State 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 Mississippi's $50 state filing fee, passed through at cost, so your total is $149. 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
Mississippi LLC: fees, speed and paperwork
Once we file, approval is up to the state. Mississippi is one of the faster states: typical approval for a standard online filing is instant to 2 business days. Mississippi 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)
- $50
- HourLLC service fee
- $99
- Your total
- $149
- We file
- usually within 1 business hour
- Typical state approval
- Instant to 2 business days
- Filing office
- Mississippi Secretary of State
- Formation document
- Certificate of Formation
- Certified copy (state cost only)
- $10
- Certificate of Good Standing (state cost only)
- $25
State fees and processing times as researched in October 2026 and subject to change by Mississippi. 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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi with HourLLC
- Pick a name. Your Mississippi 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 Mississippi registered agent, and your business address. Mississippi filings are public records, so a business address rather than a home address is a common choice.
- Review and pay. One total: $99 plus Mississippi's state fee at cost. No upsells.
- We usually file within 1 business hour. We prepare and submit your Certificate of Formation to the Mississippi Secretary of State. When Mississippi approves it, we email your filing receipt and stamped Certificate of Formation as PDFs and keep them in Documents at My account. Then we get your EIN.
After your Mississippi LLC is approved
Mississippi LLCs file an annual report online with the Secretary of State each year, between January 1 and April 15.
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 Mississippi address, or use a commercial registered agent.
What every HourLLC order includes
- Name availability check before filing
- Certificate of Formation 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 Formation, emailed as PDFs
- Annual report reminders, free with every LLC
Choosing a Mississippi 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 Mississippi'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 Mississippi LLC is formed
Mississippi LLCs file an annual report online with the Secretary of State each year, between January 1 and April 15. We send free reminders before it is due.
Rules and costs
Mississippi LLC requirements
On this page: Name rules · Registered agent · EIN · Cost breakdown · Other rules
Mississippi LLC name rules
A Mississippi 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 may not contain "bank", "banker", "banking", "trust company", "insurance", "trust", "corporation", "incorporated", "partnership" or "limited partnership" (or similar words or abbreviations).
You can reserve a name before you file for $25 (good for 180 days). Most people skip this: we check the name and file right away, and you can give us a backup name.
Mississippi registered agent
The agent can be a person who lives in Mississippi, or a corporation, nonprofit, or LLC (Mississippi or authorized to do business there). The agent's business office must be the LLC's registered office in Mississippi.
On our order form you name your registered agent and their Mississippi street address. It can be you, if you have a street address in Mississippi, or a commercial registered agent service.
Getting an EIN for your Mississippi LLC
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your LLC's federal tax ID. It comes from the IRS, not from Mississippi, 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 Mississippi state tax accounts. That is a separate step with the state.
Mississippi LLC cost breakdown
| State filing fee (one time) | $50 |
|---|---|
| Yearly report or tax (January 1 to April 15) | $0 |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 |
| Assumed or trade name / DBA (optional, Secretary of State) | $25 |
| 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.
Other Mississippi rules to know
Mississippi's annual report is free for an LLC formed in Mississippi, but it is still required every year.
Checked on official Mississippi sources on November 5, 2026: name rules, trade name. Rules and fees can change; we confirm them before we file.
FAQ
Mississippi LLC questions, answered
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Mississippi?
Mississippi charges a $50 state filing fee for a new LLC. HourLLC adds a flat $99 service fee, so your total is $149. 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 Mississippi?
We usually file within 1 business hour of a complete order during business hours. After that, approval is up to the Mississippi Secretary of State. Typical approval for a standard online filing is instant to 2 business days. Some filings take longer; the state sets the pace, not us.
Can I rush my Mississippi LLC?
Mississippi does not sell faster review for online LLC filings, so there is no rush option to add.
Does a Mississippi LLC have to file an annual report?
Mississippi LLCs file an annual report online with the Secretary of State each year, between January 1 and April 15. We send free reminders with every LLC so you do not miss it.
What is the Mississippi formation document called?
In Mississippi the document that creates your LLC is the Certificate of Formation, filed with the Mississippi Secretary of State. 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 Mississippi?
Yes, like almost every state, Mississippi 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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi LLC name need to include?
A Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
The agent can be a person who lives in Mississippi, or a corporation, nonprofit, or LLC (Mississippi or authorized to do business there). The agent's business office must be the LLC's registered office in Mississippi.
How do I get an EIN for my Mississippi 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 Mississippi 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: Mississippi filing requirements