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Arkansas . Annual report 2026

Arkansas annual report: fees, deadlines, and how to file.

Everything you need to know about the Arkansas annual report: who must file, when it is due, what it costs, and how to file in 5 minutes.

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LLC fee
$150 (Franchise Tax)
Corp fee
$150 (Franchise Tax minimum)
Due (LLC)
May 1 (Annual Franchise Tax Report)
Late fee
$25 late fee + interest

Who files, when, and what it costs

Who must file

Every Arkansas LLC, Corporation, and Limited Partnership in active status. Foreign-qualified entities also file.

When it is due

LLCs: May 1 (Annual Franchise Tax Report).

Corporations: May 1 (Annual Franchise Tax Report).

What it costs

LLC fee: $150 (Franchise Tax). Corp: $150 (Franchise Tax minimum).

Late fee: $25 late fee + interest.

If you miss the deadline

Arkansas applies the late fee. After 1 year delinquent on Franchise Tax, the state administratively dissolves the entity.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the Arkansas annual report due?
LLCs: May 1 (Annual Franchise Tax Report). Corporations: May 1 (Annual Franchise Tax Report).
How much does the Arkansas annual report cost?
LLC: $150 (Franchise Tax). Corp: $150 (Franchise Tax minimum).
What happens if I miss the Arkansas AR deadline?
$25 late fee + interest. After 1 year delinquent on Franchise Tax, admin dissolution.
Can I file the Arkansas annual report late?
Yes, with $25 late fee + interest penalty.
Who must file an annual report in Arkansas?
Every active LLC, Corp, LP, and foreign-qualified entity.
Can File.Business file my Arkansas annual report?
Yes. Five minutes online. State fee passed through at cost.
Is there a Arkansas annual report extension?
No extensions.

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Disclosure. File.Business is a private business filing and compliance service. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with the Arkansas Secretary of State, Business + Commercial Services Division or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the Arkansas Secretary of State, Business + Commercial Services Division. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Fees and deadlines verified against the Arkansas Secretary of State, Business + Commercial Services Division as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed Arkansas attorney or CPA.

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