Start your LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, or Nonprofit in Rhode Island with a guided, step-by-step workflow tailored to your entity type — and know the state filing fee before you begin.
These are the one-time fees paid to the Rhode Island Secretary of State to file your formation document. They are separate from any EazeAccounts service or package fee.
| Entity type | State filing fee |
|---|---|
| LLCArticles of Organization — flexible, pass-through, simple to run. | $150 |
| Corporation (C-Corp / S-Corp)Articles of Incorporation — shares, board, officers. S-Corp is a federal tax election on the same state filing. | $230 |
| NonprofitNonprofit Articles of Incorporation — mission-driven; optional 501(c)(3). | $35 |
Note: corp ~$230 min, share-based (incl. min franchise tax).
Estimated state filing fees, separate from EazeAccounts service fees. Some states set a minimum that can rise with authorized shares, and expedited or online filing may differ. Fees last verified May 2026; confirm the current amount with the Rhode Island Secretary of State before filing.
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