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LLC service cost in California
In California the state filing fee is $70. With Mainstay Filing that makes year one $269 and year two $219; Bizee is lowest in year one at $70 but changes after it.
Five services in California
| Service | Year 1 | Year 2 | Three years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mainstay Filing | $269 | $219 | $687 |
| Northwest Registered Agent | $109 | $145 | $379 |
| ZenBusiness | $169 | $219 | $587 |
| Bizee | $70 | $169 | $388 |
| LegalZoom | $319 | $269 | $837 |
The California side
- Filing fee
- $70
- Report
- $20 / 2 yrs, due Last day of the LLC's registration-anniversary month, biennially
- Other California cost
- $800 a year minimum LLC tax to the Franchise Tax Board (Form FTB 3522), separate from the Statement of Information.
State figures checked October 20, 2026.
How much does an LLC service cost in California?
$269 in year one with Mainstay Filing ($199 plus the $70 state fee). Other services start from $70.
What is the California renewal cost?
$219 in year two with Mainstay Filing including the state report. Statement of Information, every two years, $20.