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Pennsylvania . Reinstatement

Reinstate your Pennsylvania business and get back in good standing.

If Pennsylvania 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.

Pennsylvania reinstatement fees

LLC reinstatement$70 + all back annual reports
Corporation reinstatement$70 + all back annual reports
Each missed annual report$7 (annual report)
Late penaltiesLoss of good standing; transitional grace period through 2027

Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania business?
File a Reinstatement with all missed annual reports, back franchise taxes, and the $70 + all back annual reports fee.
How much does Pennsylvania reinstatement cost?
LLC: $70 + all back annual reports. Corp: $70 + all back annual reports.
How long does Pennsylvania reinstatement take?
Standard 7-15 business days. Same-day: +$100. 3-hour: +$300. 1-hour: +$1,000..
Can I reinstate after admin dissolution?
Yes. After failure to file 3 consecutive annual reports (full enforcement begins 2027), 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 Pennsylvania Department of State, Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the Pennsylvania Department of State, Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Fees and deadlines verified against the Pennsylvania Department of State, Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney or CPA.

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