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South Carolina . Annual report 2026

South Carolina annual report: fees, deadlines, and how to file.

Everything you need to know about the South Carolina 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
$0 (SC LLCs file no annual report)
Corp fee
$25 (CL-1 Initial Annual Report) + License Fee
Due (LLC)
No annual report required for domestic LLCs
Late fee
Not applicable for LLCs

Who files, when, and what it costs

Who must file

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

When it is due

LLCs: No annual report required for domestic LLCs.

Corporations: 15th day of 3rd month after fiscal year-end.

What it costs

LLC fee: $0 (SC LLCs file no annual report). Corp: $25 (CL-1 Initial Annual Report) + License Fee.

Late fee: Not applicable for LLCs.

If you miss the deadline

South Carolina applies the late fee. For Corps: after delinquent License Fees. LLCs only dissolved for RA failure., the state administratively dissolves the entity.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the South Carolina annual report due?
LLCs: No annual report required for domestic LLCs. Corporations: 15th day of 3rd month after fiscal year-end.
How much does the South Carolina annual report cost?
LLC: $0 (SC LLCs file no annual report). Corp: $25 (CL-1 Initial Annual Report) + License Fee.
What happens if I miss the South Carolina AR deadline?
Not applicable for LLCs. For Corps: after delinquent License Fees. LLCs only dissolved for RA failure., admin dissolution.
Can I file the South Carolina annual report late?
Yes, with Not applicable for LLCs penalty.
Who must file an annual report in South Carolina?
Every active LLC, Corp, LP, and foreign-qualified entity.
Can File.Business file my South Carolina annual report?
Yes. Five minutes online. State fee passed through at cost.
Is there a South Carolina 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 South Carolina Secretary of State, Division of Business Filings or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the South Carolina Secretary of State, Division of Business Filings. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Fees and deadlines verified against the South Carolina Secretary of State, Division of Business Filings as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed South Carolina attorney or CPA.

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