Need FinCEN Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) filing help β not a rewrite of general entity compliance? This 2026 comparison focuses on BOI report helpers and the official DIY path, with public prices checked on 2026-09-19.
TL;DR:FinCEN DIY remains $0 to file when a report is required. Northwest publishes a $25 helper fee. Harbor Compliance fits ongoing federal/state monitoring at $199/year. CorpNet and doola list $199 one-time processing. Critical context: FinCENβs August 2026 final rule generally ends BOI reporting for U.S. companies/U.S. persons; primarily certain foreign reporting companies remain. Fit labels are Kurums interpretation. Not legal advice.
A BOI report tells FinCEN who owns or controls a reporting company. Paid helpers collect data and submit through FinCENβs systems. This guide does not replace our business-entity compliance comparison β it only covers BOI filing helpers versus DIY.
Before buying any service, read FinCENβs current alerts: U.S.-formed companies and U.S. persons are generally exempt under the 2026 final rule. Paying for a filing you do not need wastes money. Scam invoices are common β FinCEN does not cold-call for fees.
Pricing reflects publicly listed US rates as of 19 September 2026 (Europe/Istanbul) and changes frequently. Government fees, state fees, shipping, and jurisdiction rules are separate unless noted. Always verify current pricing on each providerβs official site. Fit labels are Kurums interpretation, not vendor rankings. LegalZoomβs standalone BOI product page currently states the service is unavailable for U.S. companies/persons and points buyers to broader compliance plans β it is omitted as a BOI SKU for that reason.
The best BOI filing services in 2026, compared
FinCEN BOI E-Filing (DIY)
Best for eligible DIY filers
Best for: Companies that still must file (primarily qualifying foreign reporting companies under current rules) and can complete the report themselves.
FinCENβs official BOI E-Filing system lists no government filing fee for submitting a Beneficial Ownership Information Report. As of FinCENβs August 2026 final rule, U.S.-formed companies and U.S. persons are generally no longer required to file; obligations primarily remain for certain foreign entities registered to do business in the U.S. Always confirm current eligibility on FinCEN.gov before paying any third party.
Starting price
$0 FinCEN filing fee (time/effort only)
Best for short
Eligible DIY filers
Pricing model
Government portal; no FinCEN charge for the report
Coverage
Federal BOI reports via BOSS / BOI E-Filing
Standout
Official source of truth for eligibility and forms
Main limitation
You prepare and submit data yourself; no vendor support
Confirm whether your entity is still a reporting company under the 2026 final rule
Beware scam notices demanding payment to βFinCENβ
Keep copies of any confirmation emails and submitted data
Best for: Northwest customers or account holders who still need a BOI filing and want a published low service fee.
Northwest publishes a BOI Report Service at $25 once you have an account or hire Northwest. FinCEN filing itself remains $0. Northwestβs own BOI pages also explain that domestic U.S. companies are generally exempt under current federal rules while certain foreign entities may still need to file β verify before ordering.
Starting price
$25 service fee (account/customer required); FinCEN fee $0
Best for short
Low-cost BOI help
Pricing model
One-time service fee
Coverage
BOI report filing assistance (vendor claim)
Standout
Among the lowest published third-party BOI service fees
Main limitation
Requires Northwest account/relationship; eligibility still on you
Useful when you already use Northwest for RA/formation
Still cheaper than most $199 BOI helper fees when a filing is required
Read Northwestβs current exemption guidance alongside FinCEN.gov
Best for: Operators who want a subscription that monitors federal requirements and emerging state-level BOI rules with multiple filings included.
Harbor Compliance lists its BOI Reporting Service at $199 per entity per year, including up to four initial/updated/corrected filings annually, plus federal and state requirements monitoring (vendor claim). That model differs from one-time $199 filing helpers.
Starting price
$199/year per entity (up to 4 filings)
Best for short
Ongoing federal + state BOI
Pricing model
Annual subscription
Coverage
Federal filings when required + state BOI monitoring (vendor claim)
Standout
State-level BOI monitoring included in the published subscription
Main limitation
Annual cost may exceed DIY if you only need a rare one-off filing
Fit when ownership changes may require updates
Ask which state BOI regimes are currently active for your entities
Partner landing pages sometimes show promotional discounts β confirm live checkout
Best for: Buyers who want CorpNet to prepare/file a BOI report as a discrete compliance add-on.
CorpNetβs pricing table and BOI page list Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting at $199 per entity (standard processing; express/rush marked n/a on the pricing table). State and shipping fees are separate where applicable.
Starting price
$199 per entity (standard)
Best for short
One-time BOI filing help
Pricing model
Per-entity service fee
Coverage
BOI report filing assistance
Standout
Clear line-item on CorpNetβs public pricing page
Main limitation
Confirm you still have a filing obligation before paying
Compare against FinCEN DIY ($0) and Northwest ($25) if eligible
Best for: Existing or prospective doola customers who prefer BOI handled through doola support rather than FinCEN DIY.
doolaβs help center lists a $199 processing fee to file company BOI via email or chat ticket. Public plan pages emphasize formation/tax packages ($297β$2,999/yr) rather than a standalone BOI SKU β treat $199 as the published processing fee and confirm availability for your entity type under current FinCEN rules.
Starting price
$199 processing fee (help-center listed)
Best for short
doola customers
Pricing model
Per-filing processing fee
Coverage
BOI filing via doola support workflow
Standout
Convenient if you already run formation/taxes on doola
Main limitation
Less transparent than vendors with a dedicated BOI product page; confirm eligibility
Ask support whether your entity still must file before paying
Keep FinCEN confirmation for your records
Do not confuse plan pricing with the BOI processing fee
Tip: If FinCEN says you are exempt, skip paid BOI helpers. If you are a qualifying foreign reporting company, DIY via boiefiling.fincen.gov is free; paid help is optional convenience.
How to choose a BOI filing helper
1. Confirm eligibility first. Use FinCEN.gov/boi and FAQs β not vendor urgency emails.
2. Prefer published fees. $25 vs $199 vs $199/year are different products (one-time vs subscription).
3. Ask about updates. Ownership changes may require corrected/updated reports when filing is required.
4. Watch state BOI. Even when federal BOI narrows, some states explore their own beneficial-ownership regimes β Harbor markets monitoring for that shift.
How we evaluate
We compare services on the same fields: public pricing and billing basis, coverage model, standout capability, and the main limitation. Order reflects evidence for common buyer situations β not affiliate availability. We do not claim βbest overall,β βmarket leader,β or invented market share.
Primary sources are vendor pricing and product pages checked on 2026-09-19 (see SOURCE-LEDGER). Third-party commentary is used only for context and labeled. Re-check every price at publish time. This guide is educational and is not a substitute for jurisdiction-specific legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
Is FinCEN BOI filing free?
Yes. FinCEN does not charge a filing fee for BOI reports submitted through its e-filing system. Third-party helpers charge their own service fees.
Do U.S. LLCs still need to file BOI in 2026?
Under FinCENβs August 2026 final rule, U.S. companies and U.S. persons are generally no longer required to file. Certain foreign companies registered to do business in the U.S. may still need to report. Confirm on FinCEN.gov β this is not legal advice.
Why do helpers still advertise BOI services?
Some foreign entities still file; some vendors also market state-level BOI monitoring or legacy workflows. Always verify you have a live obligation before paying.
Is this legal advice?
No. Kurums comparisons are educational. Speak with qualified counsel about your entityβs obligations.
Last Updated: 19 September 2026 (Europe/Istanbul) · Reviewed by the Kurums Law editorial team. This comparison is independent and informational; it is not legal advice. Laws and filing requirements vary by jurisdiction. Verify pricing, features, and eligibility directly with each provider and with qualified counsel where needed.
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