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You have three main options: form a new Texas LLC ($300 state filing fee, plus preparation and state review time), convert an eligible existing entity to Texas (continuity depends on the entity and filing path), or foreign qualify to operate in Texas while maintaining your home state registration. Conversion scope and fees require an individual review before payment.

For most small-to-mid businesses actually operating in Texas, a Texas LLC is better. Delaware's advantages (Court of Chancery, established case law) matter mainly for VC-backed startups expecting litigation or IPO. If you're a founder living and working in Texas, a Delaware LLC means paying compliance fees in two states for benefits you likely won't use.

Texas has no personal state income tax, but businesses may owe franchise tax. For 2026 and 2027 reports, the no-tax-due threshold is $2.65 million in annualized total revenue. Eligible entities at or below the threshold do not file a No Tax Due Report, but generally must still file a Public Information Report or Ownership Information Report by May 15. Other taxes and filing duties may apply.

A permitted conversion can preserve the continuing entity, but EIN treatment, contract consents, licenses, and bank requirements need individual review. We confirm the filing route and follow-up work before quoting; continuity is not a guarantee that every third party needs no action.

The Texas base filing fee for a foreign LLC registration is $750. Service fees and any late fees are quoted separately. More than 90 days of unregistered activity may trigger a late fee for each full or partial calendar year. Use the filing questionnaire to request a review of your activity, dates, and legal entity type.

Yes — every Texas LLC must have a registered agent with a physical Texas address. This person or service receives legal and government documents on your behalf. We include the first year free with every formation package, then it renews at $99/year with no lock-in.