Louisiana Nonprofit cost
Forming a nonprofit in Louisiana costs $95 in state fees in year one, then about $10 a year to stay in good standing.
Louisiana Nonprofit
Source-linkedState fees only · retrieved 2026-10-20
Articles of Incorporation (Nonprofit) and Initial Reportsource$95
Annual Report (Nonprofit)source$10 / yr
Year one$95
Every year after (average)$10
5-year total$135
Next deadline: On or before the anniversary date of incorporation each year
Formation fee$95
Report fee$10
How oftenAnnual
State minimum tax$0
Forming a Louisiana Nonprofit
You file Articles of Incorporation (Nonprofit) and Initial Report with the Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial Division. The state fee is $95. See the official fee.
File it yourself with the state →
Every year after
- Annual Report (Nonprofit): $10, filed every year. Due: On or before the anniversary date of incorporation each year.
- First one: On or before the first anniversary of incorporation.
- If you're late: Revocation after three consecutive years of non-filing; Articles of Reinstatement fee $95..
- Official report page
Worth knowing
- Filing fees rose on October 1, 2026: LLC formation is now $125 and corporation formation $95.
- Annual reports ($35; $10 for nonprofits) are due each year by the formation anniversary date.
- The corporation franchise tax was repealed for periods beginning January 1, 2026; corporate income tax is a flat 5.5%.
Registered agent
Louisiana requires a registered agent. Must have a registered office and registered agent in Louisiana. You can serve as your own agent if you have a qualifying address; paid services usually charge a yearly fee.
| Other filings | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Name reservation | $25 | 60 days; two 30-day extensions may be granted for good cause at no charge |
| DBA / assumed name (state) | $95 | Trade name registration with the Secretary of State (optional at state level); parish-level requirements may also apply for some business types. |
| Expedited processing | $35 | $35 for 24-hour expedite; $60 priority (while-you-wait) expedite |
Fees last checked 2026-10-20 against Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial Division. States change fees — confirm on the linked page before you file.