A company in Ohio
What it costs to register, what you owe each year and when, how long the state takes and what I do at each step. State fees are passed through at cost.
- State fee
- $99
- Our service
- $89
- Forming an LLC
- $188
- Yearly state cost
- No yearly cost
What it costs to register
The state fee is paid exactly as the state charges it. Our service goes on top. Pick a company type to see the breakdown.
- State filing fee
- $99
- Fairentity service
- $89
- Total to pay today
- $188
- Document filed
- Articles of Organization
- What the state charges afterwards
- No yearly cost
The total includes the first year of the inside our formation service.
Form in OhioWhat you owe each year
Obligations change by state and company type. I note each date and remind you at 60, 30 and 7 days.
Ohio calendar
I have no written calendar of my own for Ohio. Below is what the state says; Fae turns it into dates in your file.
What the state says
- LLC
- No annual report or fee
- C-Corp
- No general annual report
What the state adds up to over time
Only the state fee or tax for an LLC, without our services. Move the years.
Ohio charges no yearly fee to LLCs.
Approximate. It depends on the month you register and on whether the state charges by assets; it leaves out late penalties.
How long the state takes
These are the state's times, not a promise from us. Where the state does not publish them, I say so.
- LLC
- 3-7 business days
- C-Corp
- 3-7 business days
Data confidence
Cross-checked across several sources, without full official confirmation.
If a time changes, I tell you in your file before you notice.
Documents
What is filed with the state and what ends up in your file.
- Articles of OrganizationFiled with the state to create the company.LLC
- Articles of IncorporationFiled with the state to create the company.C-Corp
- Operating Agreement or BylawsThe internal rules: an for an and Bylaws for a corporation. I prepare them.
- EIN letterThe federal tax number. I request it from the IRS once the filing is approved; without an SSN or , I prepare the SS-4 for you to sign.
- Registered agent contractThe first year of agent service comes with the formation. I keep the renewal date.
- Obligations calendarEvery state date in one place, with reminders at 60, 30 and 7 days.
What I do in Ohio
You give me your details once. I do the rest and write it all in your file.
- 01
Check that Ohio fits you
I explain the difference with the other states using the numbers on this page. The decision is yours; a lawyer or accountant can advise on your case.
- 02
Prepare and file the registration
I prepare the state document with your details and file it online. I ask only for what is needed.
- 03
Order the registered agent
The first year of agent service is included. Afterwards I warn you before it expires.
- 04
Prepare your Operating Agreement or Bylaws
The internal rules of your company, ready to sign.
- 05
Request the EIN
Once the filing is approved I request it from the IRS for you. If you have no SSN or , I prepare the SS-4 for you to sign; it usually takes 4 to 10 business days.
- 06
Watch your dates
I note every state obligation and remind you at 60, 30 and 7 days. If you want, I prepare and file the report; the state fee is charged at cost.
Details worth knowing
- Optional expedite available
- Optional expedite available
- Processing times are rough typical figures and were NOT verified against a 2026 source. Corp recurring fee comes mainly from one aggregator (fileforms, verified June 2026) unless stated otherwise.
How it compares with the other states
The four most used states, with the current fees in our catalog. Open each one for the detail.
| State | Good for | LLC filing | C-Corp filing | Yearly LLC | Yearly C-Corp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | Low yearly cost and owner privacy | $103.75 | $103.75 | $60 a year | $60 a year |
| Delaware | Startups that plan to raise investment | $110 | $109 | $400 a year | $225 a year |
| Florida | Businesses operating in Florida | $125 | $70 | $138.75 a year | $150 a year |
| New Mexico | The lowest cost and no annual report | $50 | $100 | No yearly cost | $25 every 2 years |
Only what the state charges. Fairentity's service is added once, when you form.
Common questions about Ohio
What do I pay the state and what do I pay Fairentity?
The state fee is charged at cost and is the same one anyone filing there would pay. Fairentity charges the formation service separately. You see both lines apart before you pay.
Do I need an address in Ohio?
The must have a physical address in the state, which is why I order one inside the formation. What else applies to your case you talk through with Fae using your details, and a lawyer can confirm it.
What happens if I miss a date?
States charge late penalties, and in some cases the company can lose its good standing. That is why I keep every date and warn you at 60, 30 and 7 days.
Do I need an EIN and an ITIN too?
The is your company's tax number and you need it for the bank and taxes. The is yours, a separate service, and not required to request the .
Does this company have to file Form 5472?
The IRS usually asks for it from US companies with foreign owners, even with no income. I do not file tax returns; I remind you it exists and that you should review it each year with an accountant who knows this case.
Can I change state later?
Ask Fae with your case. It depends on the company type and what you have already filed, and a lawyer can confirm the path.
Estimated fees; confirmed before filing
Sources: llcuniversity.com, fileforms.com, blog.mycorporation.com, zenbusiness.com
This is general information, not legal or tax advice.
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