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Pennsylvania business formation FAQ
Pennsylvania formation, franchise tax, registered-agent, and federal tax requirements are separate. Review official Pennsylvania Department of State (Title 15 & Title 54 Pa.C.S.), Pennsylvania Division of Revenue (Title 30), and IRS instructions.
Last content review: October 26, 2026
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Pennsylvania LLC — $274 Total
A Pennsylvania LLC is formed by filing a Certificate of Organization under 15 Pa.C.S. § 8821 (Form DSCB:15-8821) with the PA Department of State for $274 total ($125 PA Bureau of Corporations state fee + $149 service fee). Zero newspaper publication required for standard PA LLCs; $106 total ($7 state + $99 service) PA Act 122 Annual Report due Sept 30.
Official source: Pennsylvania Department of StatePennsylvania C-Corp — $274 / $424 Startup
A Pennsylvania C-Corporation is formed by filing a Certificate of Incorporation under 15 Pa.C.S. § 1306 (Form DSCB:15-1306) ($274 total with $149 Basic, or $424 for the 10M-Share $0.00001 Par-Value Startup C-Corp + IRC § 83(b) kit).
Official source: Pennsylvania Department of StateAnnual Pennsylvania Compliance
Under 15 Pa.C.S. § 146 (PA Act 122 Annual Report), Pennsylvania corporations file Jan 1 – June 30, LLCs file Jan 1 – Sept 30, and LPs/LLPs file Jan 1 – Dec 31 ($106 total: $7 state fee + $99 service fee; $0 state fee for nonprofits).
Official source: Pennsylvania Department of StateFrequently asked questions
$274 LLC, $274 standard C-Corp, $424 Venture 10M-Share C-Corp.
Official source: Pennsylvania Department of StatePennsylvania imposes zero US citizenship or residency requirements on LLC members, managers, corporate shareholders, directors, or officers. Foreign founders without a US SSN or ITIN can apply for an IRS EIN using Form SS-4.
Official source: Internal Revenue Service (IRS)Your next chapter. In Pennsylvania.
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