How to Form an LLC in Mississippi Yourself (2026 Costs and Steps)

Last verified against official Mississippi sources on 2026-09-15.

State filing fee

$50 online

Form

Certificate of Formation (Form F0100)

Filed with

Mississippi Secretary of State, Business Services Division

Processing time

Published by the state: see the guide below

Annual report

$0 (annual)

Be your own registered agent

Yes, if you meet the rules below

Official Mississippi filing page (opens in a new tab)

Quick answer

The cost to file is $50 through the Mississippi Secretary of State, Business Services Division at file online with the Secretary of State. Some online filings are approved and filed immediately; filings that need staff review should be returned filed (or with an explanation) within 24 hours of submission.

Step 1: Check that your LLC name is available

Search the Mississippi Secretary of State's business name records before filing to ensure your desired name is available.

Step 2: Choose a registered agent

Any individual, corporation or LLC may act as registered agent for a Mississippi company provided the agent has a physical address in Mississippi. The company must obtain the agent's permission before listing them. You may serve as your own registered agent if you meet these requirements.

Step 3: File your Certificate of Formation (Form F0100)

File your Certificate of Formation (Form F0100) online only. The state fee for this filing is $50. You may file it yourself for just the state fee.

Step 4: Create an operating agreement

Create an operating agreement to outline ownership percentages, member roles and voting rights, and procedures for what happens if a member leaves the LLC. This document governs the internal operations of your company.

Step 5: Get your EIN from the IRS

Get your Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS. The EIN is free from the IRS. You can apply at https://www.irs.gov/ein.

Step 6: Keep your LLC in good standing

File an Annual Report (Form F0108) between January 1 and April 15 each year. The report must be filed online. There is no fee for a Mississippi LLC annual report. Failure to file may result in administrative dissolution.

Regarding state taxes, there is no LLC-specific annual tax in Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Revenue classifies an LLC the same way as for federal tax. An LLC taxed as a partnership files as a pass-through entity. An LLC taxed as a corporation (or electing S corporation status) files the corporate income and franchise tax return and is subject to the corporate franchise tax minimum. Whether to elect S-corp tax treatment is a question for your CPA.

Three ways to get it done

State fees are always extra and go straight to the state.

Free

Do it yourself

Follow this guide in Mississippi. Every fee and form comes from the state’s own pages.

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This is general information, not legal or tax advice. For advice about your situation, talk to a licensed attorney or CPA.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to form an LLC in Mississippi?

The total state cost to file online is $50, which covers the filing fee.

Is there a fee for the annual report?

No, there is no fee for a Mississippi LLC annual report.

When is the annual report due?

The Annual Report (Form F0108) is due between January 1 and April 15 each year.

Can I file my LLC formation documents by mail?

This state accepts filings online only.

Does Mississippi charge a franchise tax on LLCs?

There is no LLC-specific annual tax. However, an LLC taxed as a corporation (or electing S corporation status) files the corporate income and franchise tax return and is subject to the corporate franchise tax minimum.