Form your company in Georgia

Why form an LLC in Georgia?

Georgia works well if you live or run your business here — the $50 annual registration is among the cheapest ongoing fees in the country and there's no franchise/net-worth tax on ordinary LLCs. With no in-state activity, though, a non-US founder gains little over Wyoming or New Mexico.

A quick reminder from us: forming in a state where you do not actually operate usually means you still have to register (foreign-qualify) in your home state, often with little or no tax benefit. If you are unsure, tell us how you plan to operate and we will recommend the right fit — free.

Costs and fees

The Georgia Secretary of State charges roughly $100 to file Articles of Organization, with an ongoing state cost of about $50/yr registration. Owners pay Georgia personal income tax (flat ~5.19% for 2025) on profits; no franchise or net-worth tax on ordinary LLCs. State fees are paid directly to the state and are separate from our service fee.

• Filing fee: $100 (approximate)
• Ongoing state cost: $50/yr registration
• Typical processing time: ~7 business days online

Taxes and privacy

Personal state income tax in Georgia: Yes. Owner privacy on the public record is generally rated medium.

Your federal tax obligations (and your EIN) are the same regardless of the state you choose — a single-member LLC is taxed as a pass-through by default, and we can obtain your EIN even if you do not have an SSN.

Pros of forming in Georgia

• Low $100 formation fee and a very cheap $50 annual registration
• No state franchise or net-worth tax on standard pass-through LLCs
• Flat, relatively low personal income tax (~5.19% for 2025, trending down)
• Georgia does not require member names in the Articles, giving moderate owner privacy
• Straightforward online filing through the Secretary of State eCorp portal

Things to weigh

• Georgia personal state income tax applies to pass-through profits
• Standard online processing can take about a week (expedited options cost extra)
• An online service fee (about $10) is added on top of the $50 annual registration
• No real advantage for a founder with no Georgia presence

Banking for your Georgia LLC

Your formation state doesn't limit where you bank, so a Georgia LLC can use US banks and fintechs anywhere. Mercury, Wise, and Relay routinely accept Georgia LLCs, and non-US founders can typically open remotely with an EIN and passport under normal KYC.

Whichever state you choose, we prepare the documents banks ask for and can obtain your EIN even without an SSN. Bank and provider approval is always their decision — we are not affiliated with any bank.

Is Georgia right for you?

Best for: Founders based in or operating in Georgia. If you operate physically in Georgia, forming here keeps things simple. If you are a remote or non-US founder without a specific reason to choose Georgia, a low-cost, privacy-friendly state like Wyoming or New Mexico is often the better default.

Not sure? Start your application and we will confirm the best state for your situation before anything is filed.