Protect your good standing with an annual report

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.