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Florida Foreign LLC Registration
Everything you need to register a foreign LLC in Florida.
Foreign Qualification
- Filing fee
- $125
- Form
- Application by Foreign LLC for Authorization to Transact Business in Florida
- Annual obligation
- $139/year
- Processing time
- 4 business days online, same-day in person
- Estimated year 1 cost
- $264
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Formation in Florida
- Formation fee
- $125
- Annual cost
- $139/year
- State income tax
- No state income tax
- Privacy
- Moderate
No state income tax. Popular for businesses with a Florida presence.
What triggers foreign qualification in Florida?
- Physical presence (store, office, warehouse)
- Employees in Florida
- Owning or leasing property
- Selling products or services in Florida
Important to know
- Florida statutes define what does NOT constitute doing business rather than what does (FL Statute 607.1501)
- Extremely high $400 late fee if annual report is filed after May 1. This is mandatory and non-waivable, making the total $539 if late.
Need a registered agent in Florida?
A registered agent is required for foreign qualification. These services operate in all 50 states.
Get Northwest Registered Agent ↗
Recommended · $125/year · Privacy included
Registered Agents Inc
$200/year · Includes annual report filing
Harbor Compliance
$99/year · Full-service compliance option
This page provides general information based on publicly available state requirements. It is not legal advice. Verify with the Florida Secretary of State before filing.