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Tennessee Foreign LLC Registration
Everything you need to register a foreign LLC in Tennessee.
Foreign Qualification
- Filing fee
- $300
- Form
- Application for Certificate of Authority
- Annual obligation
- $300/year + $100/year franchise tax
- Processing time
- 10 business days by mail, same-day in person
- Estimated year 1 cost
- $700
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Formation in Tennessee
- Formation fee
- $300
- Annual cost
- $300/year + $100/year franchise tax
- State income tax
- No state income tax. Franchise and excise tax applies to businesses.
- Privacy
- Low
Tennessee requires franchise and excise tax registration for all businesses operating in the state.
What triggers foreign qualification in Tennessee?
- Physical office or place of business
- Employees working in the state
- Hiring employees who reside in Tennessee
Important to know
- Must register for franchise and excise tax in addition to foreign qualification
Need a registered agent in Tennessee?
A registered agent is required for foreign qualification. These services operate in all 50 states.
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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 Tennessee Secretary of State before filing.