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How to Start an LLC in New York

To start an LLC in New York, you must file Articles of Organization with the New York Division of Corporations.

• Filing Fee: $200

• Approval Time: Immediate (online) or 2–3 weeks by mail

9 Steps to Form a New York LLC

• Choose an LLC Name

• Choose the County for Newspaper Ads

• Select a Registered Agent (optional)

• File Articles of Organization

• Create an Operating Agreement

• Get an EIN from the IRS

• Publish Newspaper Ads (6 Weeks)

• File Certificate of Publication ($50)

• File Certificate of Change (optional, $30)
  
  

Want help? We recommend RAINC, especially if you want to reduce newspaper costs by publishing in a cheaper county like Albany.

Cost to Start an LLC in New York

   Item                                                                    Cost

   Articles of Organization                            $200 (one-time)

   Newspaper Publication (2 papers)            $300–$1,200

   Certificate of Publication                                      $50

   Biennial Statement (every 2 yrs)                          $9

   Certificate of Change (optional)                           $30

Total Startup Cost: $550–$1,480 (depending on publication county)
Ongoing Cost: $9 every 2 years

LLC Approval Time in New York

   Filing Method                                  Approval Time

   Online                                                  Immediate

   Mail                                         2–3 weeks (plus mail time)

Publication Requirement Explained

What is it?
New York requires new LLCs to run an ad in two newspapers (1 daily + 1 weekly) for 6 consecutive weeks.

• You must publish after your LLC is approved.

• You'll get Affidavits of Publication from each newspaper.

• You then file a Certificate of Publication with the state ($50 fee).
  
  

How much does it cost?

• Cost depends on your LLC’s county.

• Example:

  • Albany: $300–$400

  • NYC (Brooklyn, Manhattan): $800–$1,200+

Money-Saving Tip:
To lower costs, use a Registered Agent in a cheaper county like Albany. You can change your business address back later using a Certificate of Change ($30).

File a Biennial Statement

Every 2 years, file a Biennial Statement with the state:

• Cost: $9

• Filing Deadline: Within the calendar month your LLC was formed

• File Online via the NY Department of State website