Form an LLC in Virginia
We file your Articles of Organization, register an agent, and deliver your formation documents. Total cost from $225 on Standard.
State filing fee
$100
Typical processing
14 days
Annual report
$50 / yr
Virginia LLCs file with the State Corporation Commission at $100. The annual registration fee is $50, due on the last day of the LLC's anniversary month each year. Processing runs about two weeks.
Virginia is a strong pick for founders in the Northern Virginia tech corridor (Arlington, Reston, Tysons) and for federal contractors who need a Virginia entity. The annual fee is reasonable and the state's business climate is well-regarded.
Best for: NoVA tech operators; federal contractors; DC-adjacent founders.
Cost & compliance breakdown
| State filing fee | $100 |
|---|---|
| Typical processing | 14 days |
| Annual report fee | $50 |
| Annual report due | On the formation anniversary |
- The annual registration fee is $50 - reasonable compared to neighboring Maryland ($300).
How we file your Virginia LLC
- 1
File the Articles of Organization
We file with the Virginia State Corporation Commission. The $100 fee is paid online.
- 2
EIN and operating agreement
EIN obtained and a Virginia operating agreement delivered.
- 3
Set up annual registration tracking
Virginia annual registration fees are due on the last day of the LLC's anniversary month. The fee is $50.
What's included
Articles of Organization
Registered agent
EIN (Federal Tax ID)
Operating Agreement
Frequently asked questions
When is the Virginia annual registration fee due?
The last day of the LLC's anniversary month each year. The fee is $50.
Can a non-resident own a Virginia LLC?
Yes. There are no residency requirements.
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Ready to form your Virginia LLC?
Total from $225 on Standard. Most founders finish the application in about 15 minutes.