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New Hampshire LLC formation
Start your New Hampshire LLC, usually filed within 1 business hour
HourLLC prepares and files your New Hampshire Certificate of Formation with the New Hampshire Secretary of State, Corporation 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 New Hampshire's $102 state filing fee, passed through at cost, so your total is $201. 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
New Hampshire LLC: fees, speed and paperwork
Once we file, approval is up to the state. New Hampshire is one of the slower states: typical approval for a standard online filing is 7 to 10 business days. New Hampshire 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)
- $102
- HourLLC service fee
- $99
- Your total
- $201
- We file
- usually within 1 business hour
- Typical state approval
- 7 to 10 business days
- Filing office
- New Hampshire Secretary of State, Corporation Division
- Formation document
- Certificate of Formation
- Certified copy (state cost only)
- $7
- Certificate of Good Standing (state cost only)
- $5
State fees and processing times as researched in October 2026 and subject to change by New Hampshire. 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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire with HourLLC
- Pick a name. Your New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire registered agent, and your business address. New Hampshire filings are public records, so a business address rather than a home address is a common choice.
- Review and pay. One total: $99 plus New Hampshire's state fee at cost. No upsells.
- We usually file within 1 business hour. We prepare and submit your Certificate of Formation to the New Hampshire Secretary of State, Corporation Division. When New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire LLC is approved
New Hampshire LLCs file an annual report with the Secretary of State each year, with a $100 fee (the late fee is $50).
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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire'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 New Hampshire LLC is formed
New Hampshire LLCs file an annual report with the Secretary of State each year, with a $100 fee (the late fee is $50). We send free reminders before it is due.
Rules and costs
New Hampshire LLC requirements
On this page: Name rules · Registered agent · EIN · Cost breakdown · Other rules
New Hampshire LLC name rules
A New Hampshire 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 statute also allows "any other similar abbreviation". The name must not suggest a purpose the LLC is not allowed to have, and it must be distinguishable from names already on the Secretary of State's records.
You can reserve a name before you file for $15 (good for 120 days). Most people skip this: we check the name and file right away, and you can give us a backup name.
New Hampshire registered agent
The LLC must keep a registered office and registered agent in New Hampshire. The agent can be a person who lives in the state, or a business entity authorized there (a corporation, LLC or LLP). The agent's office must be the same as the registered office.
On our order form you name your registered agent and their New Hampshire street address. It can be you, if you have a street address in New Hampshire, or a commercial registered agent service.
Getting an EIN for your New Hampshire LLC
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your LLC's federal tax ID. It comes from the IRS, not from New Hampshire, 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 New Hampshire state tax accounts. That is a separate step with the state.
New Hampshire LLC cost breakdown
| State filing fee (one time) | $102 |
|---|---|
| Yearly report or tax (January 1 to April 1) | $100 |
| Name reservation (optional) | $15 |
| Assumed or trade name / DBA (optional, Secretary of State) | $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.
Other New Hampshire rules to know
A New Hampshire LLC formed between December 1 and April 1 does not file an annual report that year.
Checked on official New Hampshire sources on November 5, 2026: name rules, trade name. Rules and fees can change; we confirm them before we file.
FAQ
New Hampshire LLC questions, answered
How much does it cost to form an LLC in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire charges a $102 state filing fee for a new LLC. HourLLC adds a flat $99 service fee, so your total is $201. 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 New Hampshire?
We usually file within 1 business hour of a complete order during business hours. After that, approval is up to the New Hampshire Secretary of State, Corporation Division. Typical approval for a standard online filing is 7 to 10 business days. Some filings take longer; the state sets the pace, not us.
Can I rush my New Hampshire LLC?
New Hampshire does not sell faster review for online LLC filings, so there is no rush option to add.
Does a New Hampshire LLC have to file an annual report?
New Hampshire LLCs file an annual report with the Secretary of State each year, with a $100 fee (the late fee is $50). We send free reminders with every LLC so you do not miss it.
What is the New Hampshire formation document called?
In New Hampshire the document that creates your LLC is the Certificate of Formation, filed with the New Hampshire Secretary of State, Corporation 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 New Hampshire?
Yes, like almost every state, New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire LLC name need to include?
A New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
The LLC must keep a registered office and registered agent in New Hampshire. The agent can be a person who lives in the state, or a business entity authorized there (a corporation, LLC or LLP). The agent's office must be the same as the registered office.
How do I get an EIN for my New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire 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: New Hampshire filing requirements