Why annual filings matter
Missing an annual filing puts your entity into 'not in good standing' status. Consequences include losing your ability to sue, having your business name released back to the pool, or full administrative dissolution.
US annual reports by state
| State | Fee | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $60 min | First day of anniversary month |
| Delaware | $300 franchise tax | June 1 |
| Florida | $138.75 | May 1 |
| Nevada | $350+ | Last day of anniversary month |
| New Mexico | $0 | None (LLC) |
UK Confirmation Statement
£13 online, £40 paper. Due once every 12 months from your date of incorporation or last confirmation. Missing it is a criminal offence for directors.
Other annual filings
- Form 5472 + pro-forma 1120 for non-resident single-member LLCs (US)
- Form 1065 for multi-member LLCs (US)
- UK Corporation Tax return (CT600) within 12 months of accounting period end
- UK Company Accounts within 9 months of year-end
Frequently asked questions
Late fees start at $50 and escalate. Miss two consecutive filings and most states administratively dissolve the entity.