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In most states, it's legally required for businesses to file ongoing reports. We make it easy every time. Starts at $99 + filing fees.
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Creation of your personalized annual report
Hassle-free filing of your paperwork directly with the state
Delivery of your filing to you by mail and digitally
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Expedited delivery of your filed document 2–3 business days after it’s received for ultimate peace of mind
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Benefits of having us file an annual report for you
Meet legal obligations
You're likely required to file a report every year, depending on your state and business type.
Avoid penalties
You could face fines, penalties, and the loss of your personal liability protection if you fail to file a report.
Keep your info current
Make sure the state has the latest info on your company, including its name, address, and managers.
Most companies submit annual reports to their state to operate there legally. For public companies, annual reports also provide data on business operations for investors and outside analysts.
Depending on your state, business entities typically need to file reports on a regular basis. Some of the common entity types that may need to file reports include:
• LLCs
• Corporations• Nonprofits
The majority of states require small businesses to file some form of report to comply with state regulations and to maintain their good standing.
To help you find out whether your state requires an annual report for your type of business entity, we’ve included a comprehensive chart on this page for your reference.
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Annual reports list an LLC's basic information, including the name of its owners, its address, and the registered agent's contact information.
Depending on the state in which the LLC is formed and operated, the yearly report may be called an “annual report,” a “statement of information,” an “annual statement,” or something similar.
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- We ensure that all the required information is included before filing
- We create and submit the report to help you file on time and avoid penalties
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You may need to spend extra time and effort, outside of managing your business, in order to:
- Research your state requirements
- Complete the business report form and ensure it’s accurate
- File with your required state(s) on time and include the correct filing fee
- Prepare for the next annual report
Each state creates its own annual report standards and practices. Depending on where you operate, specific report requirements may change, such as:
• The due date
• Any filing fees
• The required information about your business
When we file your report for you, we’ll ensure it complies with all your state’s requirements.
We can take all the guesswork out of the process by filling out your form for you based on the information you provide, so we can make sure your report is filed accurately.
Submission options vary by state, but most states require you to print the form from a state agency's website and mail it to its office. Alternatively, they might send the form to an LLC's registered agent, who would be responsible for completing it and submitting it to the state.
When we file for you, you don’t have to worry about figuring out the best way to submit. We’ll submit your report to the state and send you a copy digitally and by mail.
Some states charge hefty fees to businesses that miss the filing deadline or file using outdated or incorrect information. To avoid this:
- Set up a reminder system for upcoming due dates on your calendar or another tool
- Keep an eye out for any policy changes around annual reports to stay compliant and avoid mistakes
Deadlines may also vary. The report may be due on the anniversary of your business formation, or your state may have a single due date for all reports. Other states require you to file an initial report within a specific period after your business formation.
You may need to pay late fees and penalties, and you could lose your good standing with the state. This means the state will no longer recognize your company as a legal entity, which could affect contracts and hurt business relationships. You also could lose your limited liability protections, and may even face the administrative dissolution of your company.
Consequences of not filing your annual report:
• Additional fees such as late fees
• Penalties from the state
• Loss of contracts
• Personal liability from loss of LLC or Corp
• Loss of good standing
• Potential termination of the business
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State
LLC
Due date
AK
Every other year
Jan 2
AL
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AR
Every year
May 1
Alabama
No annual report requirement
Due on January 2
Alaska
Filed every other year
Due on January 2
Arizona
No annual report requirement
Due on January 2
An annual report can also be referred to as:
• Statement of Information (CA)
• Public Information Report (TX)
• Biennial Statement (NY)
• Annual reports can also be known as “business annual reports” or “yearly statements.”
The following states don’t require LLCs to file an annual report:
• Alabama
• Arizona
• Iowa
• Missouri
• New Hampshire
• New Mexico
• Ohio
• South Carolina
Annual reports are forms that keep your business's information—its name, address, managers, etc.—up to date with the state. They typically must be filed with the Secretary of State (or other state filing office) every year. The name, definition, and scope of the reports can vary, but most states require businesses to file them on a regular basis.
It depends on which state you formed your business in or where you operate. Specific report requirements may vary, such as:
• The due date
• Any filing fees
• The required information about your business.
Research your state’s guidelines for your business type to learn how often you must submit a report, when, and what needs to be included.
Generally, limited liability companies will need the most current name and address of the company, its registered agent, and its managers. Corporations usually need to list officers and directors, and may also need stock information.
LegalZoom can help you determine what's needed for your specific state and business type.
Your annual report may need to include the names and addresses of the individuals who serve in these roles. Some title designations are specific to LLCs, and some are specific to corporations or other business types.
- A manager applies in the context of an LLC. It refers to a party who is tasked with the LLC’s day-to-day management and has the authority to bind the company contractually.
- A director applies in the context of a corporation. It refers to an individual on the board of directors, which runs the corporation and is elected by shareholders.
States have different filing windows and deadlines, and submissions outside of those windows may result in late fees and penalties. For example, the California Secretary of State has a six-month filing window before and including the month of your business formation. Check your state’s filing window to make sure your order and paperwork can be processed on time. You can also get email and text reminders for annual reports and business income tax filings through our services.
We just ask you a few questions to confirm or change your information as needed based on your state and business type, to ensure your filing is personalized and accurate. Then we file your annual report for you so you don’t have to submit anything to the state.
Some states require them for all types of business entities, and others don't require annual reports at all. Some require reports for certain types of business entities but not others.
Certain states impose particular guidelines that businesses need to keep in mind.
Unlike other states, New Jersey requires that all businesses file an annual report. This report focuses on your registered agent and address, ensuring both are up-to-date. The state also requires a $75 filing fee with each submission. Businesses must submit their report by the last day of the month they completed their business formation.
Businesses that don't file for two years in a row may have their charter voided. The state may also revoke its ability to do business in New Jersey.
Yes, but it’s called a Statement of Information. It is biennial, i.e. needs to be filed every two years after the initial filing, during a specific six-month filing period based on the original registration date.
North Dakota policy requires that business owners submit their LLC annual reports by mail or the FirstStop service, which is a software platform that handles business and licensing tasks for the Secretary of State. To make it easier for you, we can submit on your behalf if your business is in North Dakota.
North Dakota requires businesses to submit their report and a $50 fee by Nov. 15. If a business files after that date, the cost jumps to $100.
All LLCs operating in Mississippi must file an annual report with the Secretary of State. Businesses can file any time between Jan. 1 and April 15. Domestic LLCs file for free, but corporations must pay $25. Unlike other states, Mississippi requires that owners file online. If your business is in Mississippi, we can handle the filing process for you from start to finish.
Wisconsin sends an LLC's registered agent annual report forms before the deadline. From there, a business can file its report by mail or online through the Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). If your business is in Wisconsin, we can take care of your report filing and ensure it’s submitted on time.
In Florida, LLCs, corporations, limited partnerships, and limited liability limited partnerships must submit their reports by May 1. The state levies a $400 late fee for businesses that don't file in time. Florida will dissolve companies that ignore or fail to pay the fee by the third Friday in September.
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