Corporation · Ohio · 2026
What a corporation really costs in Ohio
Every state fee and deadline for a corporation in Ohio, from the official state source, checked October 2026.
To form
$99
Initial Articles of Incorporation, For-Profit (Form 532A)
First year with the state
~$99
Filing + one round of required reports and minimum taxes
With Incorra
$99
Free filing, state fee at cost. Or $348 with Plus (agent + reports, $249/yr).
Every recurring requirement
Ohio has no recurring state report or fee for a corporation. Federal filings still apply.
How fast
Standard processing: 3-7 business days (regular service).
- Expedite 1 (within 2 business days)+$100
- Expedite 2 (within 1 business day)+$200
Questions
How much does it cost to form a corporation in Ohio?
Ohio charges $99 to file the Initial Articles of Incorporation, For-Profit (Form 532A).
What does a corporation cost every year in Ohio?
Ohio has no recurring state report or fee for a corporation.
Can I expedite a corporation filing in Ohio?
Yes: Expedite 1 (within 2 business days) for $100, Expedite 2 (within 1 business day) for $200, on top of the filing fee.
What if my corporation was formed in another state?
To do business in Ohio you register as a foreign entity: Foreign For-Profit Corporation Application for License (Form 530A), $99.
Not sure a corporation is right?
Describe your business and Incorra compares LLC, S-corp and C-corp with your numbers, including the tax when you sell, then files it in Ohio.
Plan my company freeSource: https://www.ohiosos.gov/businesses/filing-forms--fee-schedule/ · verified 2026-10-15. State fees change; Incorra re-checks them regularly. General information, not legal or tax advice.