Californian LLC annual report filing guide.
Californian annual report fee is $820, due Statement of Information ($20) due within 90 days of formation, then every 2 years. Annual franchise tax $800 + LLC fee.. Filing is required to maintain good standing.
Filing details.
Cost to file the Californian annual report.
California state requirement.
How often California requires the filing.
$250 SOI late penalty + suspension of LLC privileges
Where to file the Californian annual report.
Required information.
What is filed
Statement of Information ($20 biennial) + Annual Franchise Tax ($800 minimum) + LLC Fee (revenue-based: $900 at $250k revenue, scaling up to $11,790 at $5M+ revenue).
How to file
California accepts online filings via sos.ca.gov. Online filing is the standard method.
Information required
Entity name, formation date, principal office address, registered agent name and address, and authorized signer information. California may also require additional information about members or managers.
Consequences of non-filing
$250 SOI late penalty + suspension of LLC privileges. Operating with an entity not in good standing can affect contracts, banking relationships, and lender requirements.
California unique features
California has TWO ongoing obligations: SOI (biennial $20) + Annual Franchise Tax ($800 minimum). Plus LLC Fee on revenue over $250k. Most complex annual compliance in US.
Californian annual report questions.
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Can File.Business handle this for me?
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Recommended add-ons
Most customers add these to keep their business compliant year-round.
Auto-File Annual Reports
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Registered Agent
RecommendedRequired in every state of registration. We forward filings same-day.
Certificate of Good Standing
Most banks, lenders, and partners require this. We pull it on demand.
BOI Reporting
FinCEN requirement. Most businesses still need to file.