Pennsylvania Foreign LLC Registration

Everything you need to register a foreign LLC in Pennsylvania.

Foreign Qualification

Filing fee: $250
Form: Application for Registration of Foreign LLC
Annual obligation: $7/year
Processing time: 7-10 business days
Expedite: $100
Estimated year 1 cost: $257

Formation in Pennsylvania

Formation fee: $125
Annual cost: $7/year
State income tax: Flat 3.07% income tax
Privacy: Low

Pennsylvania repealed its decennial report requirement via Act 122 of 2022. Starting January 2025, all LLCs must file a $7 annual report by September 30. No penalties for late filing in 2025-2026; administrative dissolution begins 2027.

What triggers foreign qualification in Pennsylvania?

Physical office or place of business
Employees working in the state

Sources

https://www.dos.pa.gov/BusinessCharities/Business/

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This page provides general information based on publicly available state requirements. It is not legal advice. Verify with the Pennsylvania Secretary of State before filing.