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California . Annual report 2026

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

Everything you need to know about the California annual report: who must file, when it is due, what it costs, what happens if you miss the deadline, and how to file it in five minutes.

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LLC fee
$20 (every 2 years)
Corp fee
$25 (annual)
Due (LLC)
Anniversary month (biennial)
Late fee
$250 penalty
Deep dive

Who files, when, and what it costs

Who must file

Every California LLC, Corporation, and Limited Partnership in active status must file an annual report. Foreign-qualified entities (formed elsewhere, registered in California) also file. Nonprofit Corporations file at a reduced fee. Sole proprietors and general partnerships do not file annual reports (they are not registered entities).

When it is due

LLCs: Anniversary month (biennial) each year. Filing window opens January 1.

Corporations: Anniversary month (annual) each year.

What it costs

LLC fee: $20 (every 2 years)

Corporation fee: $25 (annual) (max $25)

Late fee: $250 penalty the moment the deadline passes.

What happens if you miss the deadline

California automatically applies the late fee. After 3 years past due, the state administratively dissolves the entity. Reinstatement requires filing all back reports plus a reinstatement fee. The longer you wait, the more it costs.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the California annual report due?
California LLCs file by Anniversary month (biennial). Corporations file by Anniversary month (annual). The filing window opens January 1 each year for most entities.
How much does the California annual report cost?
LLC: $20 (every 2 years). Corporation: $25 (annual). Nonprofit Corporation has a reduced fee.
What happens if I miss the California annual report deadline?
$250 penalty applies the moment the deadline passes. If the report is not filed for an extended period, California administratively dissolves the entity, which requires reinstatement to revive.
Can I file the California annual report late?
Yes, but $250 penalty penalty applies. After 3 years past due, you must file a Reinstatement (file all back reports + reinstatement fee).
Who must file an annual report in California?
Every active LLC, Corporation, Limited Partnership, and foreign-qualified entity. Sole proprietors and general partnerships are not subject to annual reports.
Can File.Business file my California annual report?
Yes. Five minutes online. State fee passed through at cost ($20 (every 2 years) for LLC). Receipt delivered to your Document Vault, with deadline tracking for next year.
Is there a California annual report extension?
California does not offer extensions for any reason. The $250 penalty penalty applies the moment the deadline passes.

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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 California Secretary of State, Business Programs Division or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the California Secretary of State, Business Programs Division. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Fees and deadlines verified against the California Secretary of State, Business Programs Division as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed California attorney or CPA.

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