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Corporation Filing Fees in Rhode Island

In Rhode Island, forming a business corporation costs $230 and the annual report costs $50, filed between February 1 and May 1.

Last checked . General information, not legal advice.

Rhode Island at a glance

Articles of incorporation fee
$230
Annual report fee
$50
Online filing adds a $2.50 enhanced access fee; a $25 late penalty applies June 1.
Report frequency
Every year
Filed February 1 to May 1.

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The rules in Rhode Island

How much does it cost to file articles of incorporation in Rhode Island?

Articles of incorporation fee in Rhode Island: $230.

What is the annual report fee for a corporation in Rhode Island?

Annual report fee in Rhode Island: $50. Online filing adds a $2.50 enhanced access fee; a $25 late penalty applies June 1.

How often does a corporation in Rhode Island have to file a report with the state?

Report frequency in Rhode Island: Every year. Filed February 1 to May 1.

Where do the Rhode Island corporation filing fees come from?

The rules above come from R.I. Gen. Laws ch. 7-1.2. Each source is linked on this page. We last checked them in October 2026.

What this means in practice

Check the filing office's current fee schedule before you file. Fees are set by statute but can change, and some offices add separate charges for expedited processing, certified copies, name reservations, or paying by card.

Note the report due date when the corporation is formed. Missing a periodic report can lead to late fees, loss of good standing, and eventually administrative dissolution, which can affect contracts and lawsuits.

The formation fee is only one part of the cost. Franchise or privilege taxes, publication requirements, and local business licenses are often separate, so budget for them as well.

General information, not legal advice. Laws change, and cities can add their own rules, so check the current statute before you rely on it.