Closing your business
How to Dissolve a Florida LLC or Corporation
To close your Florida business the right way, file Articles of Dissolution on sunbiz.org. Once it's filed, the company no longer exists.
Dissolve at sunbiz.org How to dissolve, step by step
Independent guide. Not affiliated with the Florida Department of State or Sunbiz.org. You can file directly at sunbiz.org.
How to dissolve, step by step
- Find your document number on your notice or with a Sunbiz search.
- Open the dissolution page on sunbiz.org and pick LLC or corporation.
- Read the filing instructions, then fill in the form.
- Type your name to sign.
- Pay by card. Allow 2 to 3 business days for it to post.
The details, in plain words
What it costs
| Item | LLC | Corporation |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Dissolution | $25.00 | $35.00 |
| Certificate of status (optional) | $5.00 | $8.75 |
| Certified copy (optional) | $30.00 | $8.75 |
Certificates here confirm the business is no longer active.
Before you file
The online form is basic. The state strongly recommends having a lawyer review your document before you send it, because your situation may need more added.
Start here: dissolve an LLC or dissolve a corporation.
Paying by mail
You can print the form and mail it with a check or money order. Credit card payments have to be done online.
Dissolving vs. just not filing
If you stop filing, the state dissolves the business in late September. That's different from closing it yourself with Articles of Dissolution. See what happens when the state dissolves a business.
Common questions
How much does it cost to dissolve a Florida LLC?
$25.00 for an LLC and $35.00 for a corporation.
How long does it take?
Allow 2 to 3 business days for the dissolution to post on Sunbiz.
Do I still file an annual report if my business closed?
No. You don't need to file the annual report if the business has closed. File to dissolve instead.
Do I need a lawyer to dissolve my LLC?
It's not required, but the state strongly recommends having a lawyer review your document before you file.
Checked against the state's pages on November 3, 2026.
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