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Rhode Island Foreign LLC Registration
Everything you need to register a foreign LLC in Rhode Island.
Foreign Qualification
- Filing fee
- $150
- Form
- Application for Registration of Foreign LLC
- Annual obligation
- $50/year
- Processing time
- 5-10 business days
- Expedite
- $50
- Estimated year 1 cost
- $200
Note: Rhode Island strictly enforces a $25 late fee for annual reports filed after May 1. One of the most aggressive late-fee states.
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Formation in Rhode Island
- Formation fee
- $150
- Annual cost
- $50/year
- State income tax
- Income tax up to 5.99%
- Privacy
- Low
What triggers foreign qualification in Rhode Island?
- Physical office or place of business
- Employees working in the state
Need a registered agent in Rhode Island?
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 Rhode Island Secretary of State before filing.