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New York LLC formation
Start your New York LLC, usually filed within 1 business hour
HourLLC prepares and files your New York Articles of Organization with the New York Department of State, Division of Corporations 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 York's $200 state filing fee and a $5 or $10 copy of your filed Articles (you pick), passed through at cost, so your total is $304 or $309. 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 York LLC: fees, speed and paperwork
Once we file, approval is up to the state; New York does not publish a standard approval time. New York already approves online filings quickly, so no paid rush is needed.
- State filing fee (paid to the state at cost)
- $200
- Copy of your filed Articles (you pick, paid to the state)
- $5 plain or $10 certified
- HourLLC service fee
- $99
- Your total
- $304 or $309
- We file
- usually within 1 business hour
- Filing office
- New York Department of State, Division of Corporations
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Certified copy (state cost only)
- $10
- Certificate of Good Standing (state cost only)
- $25
- Newspaper publication, required for every New York LLC (optional add-on, $649 in every county, both newspapers and the $50 state fee included) See details
- $649
State fees and processing times as researched in October 2026 and subject to change by New York. 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 York 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 York with HourLLC
- Pick a name. Your New York 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, the address where New York should forward legal papers, and your business address. New York 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 York's state fee at cost. No upsells.
- We usually file within 1 business hour. We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization to the New York Department of State, Division of Corporations. When New York approves it, we email New York's filing receipt (free from the state) and the copy of your filed Articles of Organization you picked (plain or certified) as PDFs and keep them in Documents at My account. Then we get your EIN.
After your New York LLC is approved
New York LLCs file a Biennial Statement with the Department of State every two years, due in the LLC's anniversary month, with a $9 fee.
New York requires every new LLC to publish a notice in two newspapers (one daily, one weekly) designated by the county clerk, once a week for six weeks, within 120 days of formation, then file a Certificate of Publication with the Department of State ($50 state 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.
New York does not require a separate registered agent. The Secretary of State is automatically the agent for service of process for every New York LLC, and your Articles give the address where the state forwards legal papers. You may designate an additional registered agent if you want one.
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 (free from the state), plus the copy of your filed Articles you pick ($5 plain or $10 certified, paid to the state), emailed as PDFs
- Annual report reminders, free with every LLC
Choosing a New York 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 York'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 York LLC is formed
New York LLCs file a Biennial Statement with the Department of State every two years, due in the LLC's anniversary month, with a $9 fee. We send free reminders before it is due.
More New York guides
Rules and costs
New York LLC requirements
On this page: Name rules · Registered agent · EIN · Cost breakdown
New York LLC name rules
A New York 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.
You can reserve a name before you file for $20 (good for 60 days). Most people skip this: we check the name and file right away, and you can give us a backup name.
New York registered agent
The Secretary of State is the agent for service of process for New York LLCs; naming a registered agent is optional. The LLC keeps a post office address on file where the Secretary mails process (the Biennial Statement updates it).
Getting an EIN for your New York LLC
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your LLC's federal tax ID. It comes from the IRS, not from New York, 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 York state tax accounts. That is a separate step with the state.
New York LLC cost breakdown
| State filing fee (one time) | $200 |
|---|---|
| Copy of your filed Articles (you pick, paid to the state) | $5 plain or $10 certified |
| Yearly report or tax (anniversary month) | $9 biennial statement, every 2 years |
| Name reservation (optional) | $20 |
| Assumed or trade name / DBA (optional, Department of State) | $25 plus county fees |
| Registered agent | Optional in New York (the Secretary of State receives legal papers for the LLC) |
Add our $99 service fee once, at formation. There is no yearly HourLLC fee for the LLC itself.
Checked on official New York sources on November 5, 2026: name rules, registered agent, name reservation, trade name, annual report. Rules and fees can change; we confirm them before we file.
FAQ
New York LLC questions, answered
How much does it cost to form an LLC in New York?
New York charges a $200 state filing fee for a new LLC, plus a copy of your filed Articles of Organization that you pick at checkout: $5 for a plain copy or $10 for a certified copy, both charged by New York State. The filing receipt itself comes from New York at no charge. HourLLC adds a flat $99 service fee, so your total is $304 or $309. 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 York?
We usually file within 1 business hour of a complete order during business hours. After that, approval is up to the New York Department of State, Division of Corporations. Some filings take longer; the state sets the pace, not us.
Can I rush my New York LLC?
New York already approves online filings quickly, so no paid rush is needed.
Does a New York LLC have to file an annual report?
New York LLCs file a Biennial Statement with the Department of State every two years, due in the LLC's anniversary month, with a $9 fee. We send free reminders with every LLC so you do not miss it.
Do I have to publish a notice for my New York LLC?
New York requires every new LLC to publish a notice in two newspapers (one daily, one weekly) designated by the county clerk, once a week for six weeks, within 120 days of formation, then file a Certificate of Publication with the Department of State ($50 state fee). HourLLC handles New York publication as an add-on, $649 in every county (both newspapers and the state fee included).
What is the New York formation document called?
In New York the document that creates your LLC is the Articles of Organization, filed with the New York Department of State, Division of Corporations. 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 York?
New York does not require a separate registered agent. The Secretary of State is automatically the agent for service of process for every New York LLC, and your Articles give the address where the state forwards legal papers. You may designate an additional registered agent if you want one.
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 York LLC name need to include?
A New York 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 York?
The Secretary of State is the agent for service of process for New York LLCs; naming a registered agent is optional. The LLC keeps a post office address on file where the Secretary mails process (the Biennial Statement updates it).
How do I get an EIN for my New York 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 York 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.
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Sources checked October 2026: New York filing requirements · New York publication rule