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How Much Does an LLC Cost in Kentucky?

Kentucky LLC filing fee, annual report fee, processing time and official filing links.

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· Fees verified October 18, 2026 against official Kentucky sources

Kentucky at a glance

LLC filing fee$40
Ongoing state report$15 (annual)
Where to fileKentucky Secretary of State

Sources: Kentucky Secretary of State · Minimum wage source

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Kentucky LLCs have a $15 annual report fee due June 30. Filing by August 31 restores good standing without penalty after a missed deadline; failure to file by then can lead to administrative dissolution or revocation.

This page is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules and fees change; confirm with the official Kentucky source before you file.
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