Form a corporation in Tennessee

Tennessee charges $100 to form a corporation. We prepare your documents and file them with the Tennessee Secretary of State, Division of Business Services.

Tennessee details

Corporation filing fee
$100
Corporation annual reportLLC $300 min +$50/member over 6 (max $3,000); corp $20, +$20 if agent change
We confirm it for you

Filing office: Tennessee Secretary of State, Division of Business Services. Last checked October 2026. Fees are set by the state and confirmed again before we file. Source

Start my Tennessee corporation

$103 total with our Basic package. We're not a law firm.

Questions

How much does it cost to incorporate in Tennessee?

The state charges $100. With our Basic package, the total is $103.

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 Tennessee LLC page to compare fees.

Who approves it?

The Tennessee Secretary of State, Division of Business Services. We prepare your documents, submit them there for you and send you copies of what comes back.