Form a corporation in California
California charges $100 to form a corporation. We prepare your documents and file them with the California Secretary of State (bizfile Online).
California details
- Corporation filing fee
- $100
- Expedited processing24 hours
- $350
- Corporation annual reportLLC biennial $20; corp annual $25 (2018 schedule + SOS FAQ). LLC also owes $800 FTB tax
- $25
Filing office: California Secretary of State (bizfile Online). Last checked October 2026. Fees are set by the state and confirmed again before we file. Source
$105 total with our Basic package. We're not a law firm.
Questions
How much does it cost to incorporate in California?
The state charges $100. With our Basic package, the total is $105.
LLC or corporation?
Most small businesses pick an LLC because it has fewer formalities. A corporation suits you if you plan to raise money from investors or issue shares. See the California LLC page to compare fees.
Who approves it?
The California Secretary of State (bizfile Online). We prepare your documents, submit them there for you and send you copies of what comes back.