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Start your North Carolina LLC — FREEEvery North Carolina LLC pays the state a one-time filing fee of $128 to file its formation documents. With BizFilePro's Starter package ($0 + state fee), that state fee is the only required cost — we prepare and file your documents, run a name availability check, and deliver your filed documents by email at no service charge.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| North Carolina state filing fee (required) | $128 |
| BizFilePro Starter service fee | $0 |
| EIN (Tax ID) — optional add-on | $49 (included in Pro) |
| Operating Agreement — optional add-on | $99 (included in Pro) |
| Registered Agent, 1 year — optional add-on | $149 (included in Premium) |
Standard state processing typically runs about 7 business days. If you need your LLC sooner, expedited processing typically completes in about 2 business days.
The North Carolina state filing fee is $128. With BizFilePro's Starter package the service fee is $0 — you pay only the state fee. Optional add-ons like an EIN or Operating Agreement are extra.
Standard processing is typically around 7 business days. Expedited filing is available and typically takes about 2 business days.
Yes — every North Carolina LLC must designate a registered agent with a physical address in the state. BizFilePro offers registered agent service (included first year on Premium).
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State fees and processing times are set by state agencies, may change without notice, and were last reviewed 2026-07-27. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice.