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California LLC
A flexible entity structure, with California-specific filing and annual tax requirements.
$70 state Articles fee
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California corporation
A shareholder-owned structure, with corporate records and annual state filings.
$100 general stock Articles fee
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Professional corporation
The California professional entity option—not a PLLC. Confirm your licensing rules first.
Profession-specific requirements
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Review the California rules and select the structure that fits your plans.
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California LLC
Articles of Organization (LLC-1): $70. Initial Statement of Information: $20, within 90 days; then every two years.
Official source: California Secretary of StateFind the next decision pathCalifornia corporation
General stock Articles of Incorporation: $100. Initial Statement of Information: $25, within 90 days; then annually.
Official source: California Secretary of StateFind the next decision pathTaxes are separate
California LLCs generally owe an $800 annual tax, including their first year today. Newly incorporated corporations generally have a first-taxable-year minimum-tax exception, not an income-tax exemption.
Official source: California Franchise Tax BoardFind the next decision pathBeyond formation
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Yes. You may file directly with the Secretary of State through bizfile Online. Our service fees are separate from government fees.
Official source: California Secretary of State – bizfile OnlineNo general first-year exemption applies today. The temporary LLC exemption covered tax years beginning in 2021–2023 only.
Official source: California Franchise Tax BoardNo. We are a private filing service, not affiliated with any government agency. Corp USA is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.
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