NC
Raleigh, North Carolina
North Carolina LLC Guides for Care & Wellness Businesses
Thinking of starting a care or wellness business in North Carolina? Below you'll find the LLC formation details for North Carolina alongside a complete guide for each service type.
North Carolina LLC at a Glance
Filing Fee
$128
Processing Time
3–5 business days (online)
Annual Fee
$200/year
State Income Tax
Yes
Annual Report
Annual report required
Filing Agency
North Carolina Secretary of State
Note: North Carolina's $200 annual report fee is one of the higher ones in the Southeast. Annual reports are due April 15 each year.
Choose Your Service Type
Each guide covers the North Carolina-specific LLC steps, required licenses, insurance, and startup costs for that business type.
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Hair Salon LLC
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Barber Shop LLC
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Nail Salon LLC
North Carolina guide
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Spa & Sauna LLC
North Carolina guide
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Medical Spa (MedSpa) LLC
North Carolina guide
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Massage Therapy LLC
North Carolina guide
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Fitness Studio LLC
North Carolina guide
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Physical Therapy Practice LLC
North Carolina guide
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Tattoo Studio LLC
North Carolina guide
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Pet Grooming LLC
North Carolina guide
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Tanning Salon LLC
North Carolina guide
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Holistic Health Practice LLC
North Carolina guide
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