Forming a Company in Alabama
When forming a company in Alabama, Florida’s northern neighbor, the two key steps are the pre-filing name reservation and the yearly business privilege tax return.
LLC filing fee: $200
Name reservation required before filing
Business privilege tax: $50 minimum, April 15
Business hubs in Birmingham, Huntsville and Mobile
Forming an LLC in Alabama
To form a company in Alabama, you first reserve the name with the Secretary of State and then file a Certificate of Formation; the LLC fee is $200. The company must keep a registered agent in Alabama. After approval, we obtain your EIN and prepare your operating agreement.
Annual Requirements
Alabama companies file a business privilege tax return with the Department of Revenue every year; the minimum is $50 and the deadline for most LLCs is April 15. Most cities and counties also require a local business license.
Who Is Alabama a Good Fit For?
Birmingham’s healthcare and finance sectors, Huntsville’s aerospace and defense technology, and Mobile’s port and shipbuilding make Alabama attractive for companies in those fields — and practical for businesses near the Florida Panhandle.
Fees and dates are for information; states may change them. The current amount is confirmed when you apply.
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