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Illinois . Reinstatement

Reinstate your Illinois business and get back in good standing.

If Illinois administratively dissolved your entity, you can reinstate. Here is what is required, what it costs, and how to do it.

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When do you need to reinstate?

  • Missed annual report.
  • Unpaid franchise tax.
  • No registered agent on file.
  • No response to state correspondence.
  • Foreign entities: missed foreign qual renewals.

Illinois reinstatement fees

LLC reinstatement$200 + all back Annual Reports + late penalties
Corporation reinstatement$200 + all back Annual Reports + back franchise tax
Each missed annual report$75
Late penalties$100 late penalty

Illinois reinstatement process

  1. 1Identify everything missed.
  2. 2Update officer + member info.
  3. 3Confirm a registered agent.
  4. 4File reinstatement with all back-fees.
  5. 5Confirmation in your Vault.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I reinstate a Illinois business?
File a Reinstatement with all missed annual reports, back franchise taxes, and the $200 + all back Annual Reports + late penalties fee.
How much does Illinois reinstatement cost?
LLC: $200 + all back Annual Reports + late penalties. Corp: $200 + all back Annual Reports + back franchise tax.
How long does Illinois reinstatement take?
Online filings same business day. Paper 10-14 days. 24-hour expedite: +$100..
Can I reinstate after admin dissolution?
Yes. After 60 days past due for Corporations; 180 days for LLCs, reinstatement may no longer be available.
Does reinstatement reset my formation date?
No.
Do I owe back franchise tax during dissolution?
Yes.
Can File.Business handle reinstatement?
Yes.

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

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