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How Much Does a Corporation Cost in Kansas?

Forming a corporation in Kansas means filing the Articles of Incorporation with the Kansas Secretary of State. The calculator below separates official government fees from estimates, and fixed costs from variable ones.

Entity type
LLCCorporation

An S corporation is a federal tax election, not a state entity type — both LLCs and corporations may qualify for it.

Registered agent

First-year government fees — Kansas Corporation

$85

First-year government fees for a Kansas Corporation: $85

Official state fees

Articles of Incorporation filing fee$85

Ongoing fixed fees

Biennial information report feeDue April 15 every other year (odd or even years based on formation year)$100 / 2 yrs

≈ $50/yr annualized for comparison — actual payment schedule shown above.

Five-year outlook

Fixed government fees (5 yrs)$285
Estimated total (5 yrs)$285

Educational estimate based on official fee schedules verified July 12, 2026 — not legal or tax advice. Fees, rules, and processing times change; confirm with the state or a qualified professional before relying on them.

The numbers behind this page

Every figure comes from the typed data record for Kansas, verified July 12, 2026 against the sources listed at the bottom of this page.

Formation fees — Kansas Corporation
FeeAmountScheduleType
Articles of Incorporation filing fee

Online fee; paper filings cost $90.

$85One-timeOfficial state fee

† Partially verified — corroborated but not confirmed on a machine-readable official page.

Recurring & conditional obligations — Kansas Corporation
FeeAmountScheduleType
Biennial information report fee

Kansas switched from annual reports ($50/yr) to biennial information reports in 2024; the biennial online fee is $100 ($110 by paper).

$100Every 2 yearsDue April 15 every other year (odd or even years based on formation year)Official state fee

† Partially verified — corroborated but not confirmed on a machine-readable official page.

Filing process & processing times

File online through the Kansas Business Filing Center or by mail.

Processing options for Kansas Corporation filings
OptionTypical turnaroundAdded feeNotes
Standard processing0–2 business daysNoneOnline filings are typically processed immediately or within a couple of business days

Processing times are estimates based on currently available official guidance and change with filing volume — they are not guaranteed.

Registered agent costs

Every Kansas Corporationmust continuously maintain a registered agent with a physical in-state address. Acting as your own agent costs $0 where you meet the state's eligibility rules; commercial services typically run $100–$300 per year. The calculator uses $200 — the midpoint of that range — when you choose a hired service.

Midpoint of the typical advertised price range for national commercial registered-agent services as of July 2026 (e.g. Northwest Registered Agent $125/yr, ZenBusiness $199/yr, LegalZoom $249/yr). Budget providers advertise below this range and premium corporate-service firms above it. Serving as your own agent costs $0 where you meet state eligibility rules.

Worth knowing about Kansas

  • Kansas replaced annual reports with biennial information reports starting in 2024 — reports are now due April 15 every other year.

Kansas Corporation cost FAQs

How much does it cost to start a corporation in Kansas?

The Kansas Secretary of State charges $85 to file the Articles of Incorporation. That figure excludes optional services and any variable taxes, which depend on your circumstances.

What are the ongoing costs of a corporation in Kansas?

Kansas corporations generally must pay the biennial information report fee of $100 every two years (due April 15 every other year (odd or even years based on formation year)).

How long does it take to form a corporation in Kansas?

Online filings are often processed the same day. Kansas does not currently offer a paid expedited tier for this filing. Processing times change with filing volume, so confirm current turnaround with the state before relying on a date.

Do I need a registered agent for a corporation in Kansas?

Yes. Every Kansas corporation must continuously maintain a registered agent with a physical address in the state to receive legal and official mail. You can generally act as your own agent at no cost if you meet the state's eligibility rules, or hire a commercial service — typically $100–$300 per year. Whether serving as your own agent is practical depends on your circumstances, including privacy and availability during business hours.

When is the Kansas biennial information report fee due?

Due April 15 every other year (odd or even years based on formation year). Kansas switched from annual reports ($50/yr) to biennial information reports in 2024; the biennial online fee is $100 ($110 by paper). Missing the deadline can trigger late fees or administrative dissolution, so put the date on your compliance calendar.

What this page doesn't cover

  • Federal, state, and local taxes beyond the fixed fees shown — income-dependent taxes are listed as variable obligations and never included in exact totals.
  • Business licenses, local permits, industry-specific registrations, and DBA filings.
  • Attorney, accountant, or filing-service fees beyond the labeled registered-agent estimate.
  • Whether a corporation — or Kansas — is the right choice for your situation. FormedIn provides general educational information, not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice, and nothing here recommends an entity type or formation state for any specific person.

Fees, rules, deadlines, and processing times change. Confirm current requirements with the Kansas Secretary of State and consult a qualified attorney, CPA, or tax professional about your specific circumstances.

Sources

Kansas data last verified July 12, 2026.

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