Tennessee LLC Formation Timeline
Understanding the timeline helps plan your launch. Tennessee offers both standard and expedited processing. For the complete formation process.
Timeline Options
| Method | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard online | 5-7 business days | $300/member |
| Expedited (24-hour) | 1 business day | $300/member + expedite fee |
| 2-4 weeks | $300/member |
Key Dates After Formation
- Immediately: Get EIN, open bank account
- Within 30 days: Register with Tennessee DOR for F&E tax
- April 1 (annually): Annual Report due ($300 minimum)
- 15th of 4th month after fiscal year: F&E tax return due
Planning Tips
Ready to get started?
Get StartedTime your formation carefully: If you form in December, your first Annual Report is due April 1 of the following year (just 4 months later). If you form in May, you have nearly a year before the April 1 Annual Report deadline.
FAQ
Can I operate before approval?
No. The LLC doesn't exist until Tennessee SOS approves Form SS-4270.
When is my first Annual Report due?
April 1 of the year following formation (regardless of when you formed during the year). If formed November 2025, first report due April 1, 2026.