Who Needs to File
- Any LLC legally registered in Louisiana must file an annual report with current business information.
- Nonprofits are exempt from paying fees, though they still must file.
Filing Instructions
How to File Your Louisiana Annual Report:
- Know the requirements and deadlines.
- File online or print the paper form.
- Submit to the Secretary of State with the fee.
Filing an accurate, timely report:
- Keeps your Louisiana LLC active and compliant
- Avoids penalties like fines or dissolution
- Maintains your liability protection
Annual Report Details:
- Due dates
- Fees by entity type
- Required business information
- Common filing questions
Consequences of Non-Filing
What happens if you don’t file an annual report in Louisiana?
- The LLC could lose its good standing.
- The LLC could dissolve.
Filing Fees
- You can pay the $30 online filing fee for LLCs by check, card, or money order to the "Louisiana Secretary of State."
Miscellanea:
- Set a reminder to file your annual report each year.
- Utilize online resources from the Louisiana Secretary of State’s website for information, forms, and guidelines.
- The due date to file in Louisiana is the anniversary date you registered except charities file by October 1st each year.
- After failing to file your corporation’s annual report on time, the state may impose a late filing penalty in addition to your regular filing cost.