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Georgia Foreign LLC Registration
Everything you need to register a foreign LLC in Georgia.
State filing fee $235 one-time
Registered agent $125/yr based on Northwest RA
Total, all in $790 1 year 3 years 5 years
Foreign Qualification
Filing fee $235 Form Application for Certificate of Authority
Annual obligation $60/year
Processing time 7-10 business days
Expedite $100
Estimated year 1 cost $295
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Georgia data verified Apr 18, 2026 · ecorp.sos.ga.gov
Formation in Georgia
Formation fee $110 Annual cost $60/year
State income tax Flat 5.49% income tax
Privacy Low
What triggers foreign qualification in Georgia? Physical office or place of business Employees working in the state Activities that do NOT require registration in Georgia The following activities are explicitly carved out by statute. On their own, they do not require a foreign LLC to register in Georgia.
Maintaining or defending a lawsuit Holding meetings of members or managers Maintaining bank accounts Conducting isolated transactions completed within 30 days Selling through independent contractors Per O.C.G.A. Section 14-11-702. Non-exhaustive list.
Need a registered agent in Georgia?
A registered agent is required for foreign qualification. These services operate in all 50 states.
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Other options
Registered Agents Inc
$200/year · Includes annual report filing
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$99/year · Full-service compliance option
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Need to change your registered agent?
See the form, fee, and step-by-step process for changing your registered agent in Georgia.
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What's the penalty for not registering?
Statute-cited guide to the civil penalty, back fees, and court access if you operate in Georgia without a certificate of authority.
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This page provides general information based on publicly available state requirements. It is not legal advice. Verify with the Georgia Secretary of State before filing.