Business Formation in Maryland
LLC & Corporation formation in Maryland.
Maryland formation requirements, filing fees, registered agent rules, and ongoing compliance — for both LLCs and corporations, on one page.
Formation Overview
LLC Formation in Maryland
Maryland LLCs file Articles of Organization and an annual Personal Property Return.
Corporation Formation in Maryland
Maryland corporations file Articles of Incorporation and an annual Personal Property Return.
Key Filing Requirements
- Filing agency
- Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT)
- LLC formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Corporation formation document
- Articles of Incorporation
- LLC state filing fee
- $100
- Corporation state filing fee
- $120
- Annual / periodic report
- Maryland requires a Personal Property Return filed annually with the Department of Assessments and Taxation.
- Annual report fee
- Filing fee $300
- Registered agent requirement
- A registered agent with a physical Maryland address is required.
- Official state source
- Official Agency Website
Ongoing Compliance
File the annual Personal Property Return and maintain a registered agent.
LLC Management
Member- or manager-managed per the operating agreement.
Corporation Directors & Officers
At least one director and officer required.
Foreign Qualification
Foreign entities may obtain a Certificate of Authority in Maryland.
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Maryland Formation
Ready to form your company in Maryland?
Initial formation is $495 plus Maryland state filing fees. Ongoing maintenance through Nationwide begins the following year at $495 plus applicable state fees. Call 1-888-498-5402.