Business Formation Pricing | Transparent, Simple Plans for LLC, C-Corp & More

LLC formation with CORPIUS starts at $1,480 for the Starter package, which includes state filing fees, EIN (Employer Identification Number) registration, a registered agent for the first year, and an operating agreement template. The Premium package is $1,650 and adds priority processing and compliance alerts. All prices are fully transparent — there are no hidden fees or unexpected charges.

Every CORPIUS formation package includes: preparation and filing of your Articles of Formation or Incorporation with the state, Employer Identification Number (EIN) application with the IRS, registered agent service for the first year (required in every state), and a dedicated compliance dashboard to track upcoming deadlines. Higher-tier packages include an operating agreement or corporate bylaws, banking resolution, and priority processing. We handle all government paperwork — you focus on building your business.

Processing times vary by state and entity type. Most states process standard LLC formations within 3–10 business days. States with expedited filing services (such as Delaware, Wyoming, and Nevada) can approve formations in as little as 24 hours for an additional expedite fee. CORPIUS Premium packages include priority processing, and we submit your documents promptly after you complete your order. You will receive email confirmation with your official formation documents as soon as the state approves your filing.

An LLC (Limited Liability Company) is the most flexible business structure. Profits and losses pass through to the owners' personal tax returns (avoiding double taxation), and there are minimal formalities required. LLCs are ideal for freelancers, sole proprietors, small businesses, and real estate investors.

A C-Corporation is a separate legal entity that pays its own corporate income tax (currently a flat 21% federal rate). It is the preferred structure for businesses seeking venture capital investment, because it allows for unlimited shareholders, multiple classes of stock, and provides significant legal protections. C-Corps can also offer stock options and benefit from Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) exclusions — a major advantage for tech startups.

No. You do not need to live in or have a physical office in the state where you form your business. However, every state requires you to designate a registered agent — a person or company with a physical street address in that state who is available during business hours to receive legal documents on behalf of your company. CORPIUS provides registered agent service in all 50 states, so you can form your business in any state regardless of where you are located.

Yes. CORPIUS packages include all standard state government filing fees. Unlike some competitors who advertise low base prices and then charge state fees separately, our displayed prices are all-inclusive — no surprise fees at checkout. The only additional costs that may apply are for optional add-on services (such as Certificate of Good Standing, foreign qualification in additional states, or expedited state processing where charged by the state directly).

Yes. Business formation is just the first step. Every state requires ongoing compliance — annual reports, franchise taxes, registered agent maintenance, and benefit filings. CORPIUS provides a compliance dashboard that tracks all deadlines for your entity across every state where you are registered. We also offer registered agent renewal, annual report filing services, and EIN amendment services to keep your business in good standing year after year.