Texas LLC & corporation formation
Operators who want a large domestic market and no state income tax on individuals
- State filing fee
- $300 state fee (Certificate of Formation)
- Annual / ongoing
- Public information report + franchise tax considerations
- Processing time
- 2–5 business days online with SOSDirect
Key points
- Strong startup ecosystem in Austin, Dallas, and Houston
- Series LLC available for asset-heavy businesses
- Registered agent required with a Texas street address
Top formation options for Texas
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