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Formation DE

DE Annual Franchise Tax

Source: DE Division of Corporations Verified: March 1, 2026

Delaware corporations pay an annual franchise tax calculated using either the Authorized Shares Method or the Assumed Par Value Capital Method, whichever is lower. Taxes range from $175 to over $200,000 for large companies. LLCs pay a flat $300 annual tax. Both are due by March 1 for corporations and June 1 for LLCs.

Official Source:
DE Division of Corporations
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