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LLC + EIN

We form your LLC and get your EIN from the IRS.

$300 + $300 state fee

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What is it?

An LLC separates your personal assets from your business. We form it in Texas with the Certificate of Formation (Form 205). The state charges $300. We serve as your registered agent at no cost.

Who needs it?

Anyone opening a trucking company
Drivers operating under their own name who want to protect their assets

How we do it

You give us two name choices and the members' details.
We check the name is available.
We file Form 205 with the Secretary of State.
We send you the approved certificate.

Our fee

$300

+ $300 state fee

Before paying you see the full summary with official fees. You pay online by card, securely.

Your information

Full name

Phone

Preferred language

Your company

Company legal name

DBA (if any)

EIN (if you have one)

USDOT number (if you have one)

MC number (if you have one)

Address

City

State

ZIP code

Documents

Have ready: Desired name (2 options), address, members, responsible party's SSN or ITIN

PDF, photos, Word or Excel. Up to 10 files, 10 MB each. You can take a photo with your phone. If you don't have them now, we'll ask later.

Comments or additional information

I understand that DOT Truck Services is a private document preparation service, not a government agency or a law firm, that I can file these myself on the official portals, and that official fees are charged separately.

What happens if it's not up to date?

If you operate under your own name, a lawsuit or crash can reach your home, car and savings.
Many brokers and insurers prefer working with a formed company.

Other options

LLC only

Certificate of Formation with the Texas Secretary of State.

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LLC + EIN

We also get your IRS tax number (EIN). You need it for the bank, USDOT and Form 2290.

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LLC + EIN + franchise tax

Includes the first-year franchise tax report (due May 15).

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Complete LLC

All of the above plus your Operating Agreement (the rules of your LLC among members).

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Frequently asked questions

What does the state charge?

$300 for the Certificate of Formation. It's charged separately and shown in the summary before you pay.

What is a registered agent?

The person in Texas who receives legal papers for your LLC. We do it at no extra cost.

Do I have to pay franchise tax?

Every LLC files a report each year by May 15. Most small companies owe no tax, but the report is still required.