Form a corporation in Maryland
Maryland charges $120 to form a corporation. We prepare your documents and file them with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT).
Maryland details
- Corporation filing fee
- $120
- Expedited processing7-10 business days
- $50
- Corporation annual reportFee is owed even with no Maryland property or income; stock corps and LLCs
- $300
Filing office: Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT). Last checked October 2026. Fees are set by the state and confirmed again before we file. Source
$217 total with our Basic package. We're not a law firm.
Questions
How much does it cost to incorporate in Maryland?
The state charges $120. With our Basic package, the total is $217.
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 Maryland LLC page to compare fees.
Who approves it?
The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT). We prepare your documents, submit them there for you and send you copies of what comes back.