Nonprofit · Texas · 2026

What a nonprofit really costs in Texas

Every state fee and deadline for a nonprofit in Texas, from the official state source, checked October 2026.

To form

$25

Certificate of Formation - Nonprofit Corporation (Form 202)

First year with the state

~$25

Filing + one round of required reports and minimum taxes

With Incorra

$25

Free filing, state fee at cost. Or $274 with Plus (agent + reports, $249/yr).

Every recurring requirement

  • Texas franchise tax Public Information Report (until exempt)Every year by May 15. A nonprofit corporation is not automatically exempt from Texas franchise tax; until the Comptroller grants exemption it files like other taxable entities (no tax due under the no-tax-due threshold, but the Public Information Report is due May 15). Drop this once exemption is granted.No fee

How fast

  • Standard Expedite (typically 2-3 business days)+$50
  • Next Day (Texas Express)+$500
  • Same Day (Texas Express)+$750

Questions

How much does it cost to form a nonprofit in Texas?

Texas charges $25 to file the Certificate of Formation - Nonprofit Corporation (Form 202).

What does a nonprofit cost every year in Texas?

Texas franchise tax Public Information Report (until exempt): no fee, every year by May 15 (A nonprofit corporation is not automatically exempt from Texas franchise tax; until the Comptroller grants exemption it files like other taxable entities (no tax due under the no-tax-due threshold, but the Public Information Report is due May 15). Drop this once exemption is granted.).

Can I expedite a nonprofit filing in Texas?

Yes: Standard Expedite (typically 2-3 business days) for $50, Next Day (Texas Express) for $500, Same Day (Texas Express) for $750, on top of the filing fee.

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Source: https://comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/franchise/ · verified 2026-10-15. State fees change; Incorra re-checks them regularly. General information, not legal or tax advice.