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Maryland Foreign LLC Registration
Everything you need to register a foreign LLC in Maryland.
Foreign Qualification
- Filing fee
- $100
- Form
- Registration of Foreign LLC
- Annual obligation
- $300/year franchise tax
- Processing time
- 7-10 business days
- Expedite
- $50
- Estimated year 1 cost
- $400
Note: The $300 is technically a personal property tax return fee, not a franchise tax. Maryland may waive this fee for businesses that file online via Maryland Business Express. Verify current waiver status before budgeting.
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Formation in Maryland
- Formation fee
- $100
- Annual cost
- $300/year franchise tax
- State income tax
- Income tax up to 5.75% plus county taxes
- Privacy
- Low
What triggers foreign qualification in Maryland?
- Physical office or place of business
- Employees working in the state
Need a registered agent in Maryland?
A registered agent is required for foreign qualification. These services operate in all 50 states.
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This page provides general information based on publicly available state requirements. It is not legal advice. Verify with the Maryland Secretary of State before filing.