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Ohio . Reinstatement

Reinstate your Ohio business and get back in good standing.

If Ohio 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.

Ohio reinstatement fees

LLC reinstatement$25 + Department of Taxation clearance + RA appointment
Corporation reinstatement$25 + Department of Taxation clearance + RA appointment
Each missed annual report$0 (Ohio does not require an annual report for domestic LLCs)
Late penaltiesNot applicable . no annual report required

Ohio 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 Ohio business?
File a Reinstatement with all missed annual reports, back franchise taxes, and the $25 + Department of Taxation clearance + RA appointment fee.
How much does Ohio reinstatement cost?
LLC: $25 + Department of Taxation clearance + RA appointment. Corp: $25 + Department of Taxation clearance + RA appointment.
How long does Ohio reinstatement take?
Standard 3-7 business days. Preclearance: +$50. 4-hour expedite: +$100. 2-business-day: +$200. Same-day: +$300..
Can I reinstate after admin dissolution?
Yes. Triggered only by RA failure, tax delinquency, or court order, 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 Ohio Secretary of State, Business Services Division or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the Ohio Secretary of State, Business 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 Ohio Secretary of State, Business Services Division as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed Ohio attorney or CPA.

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