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Massachusetts annual report, 2026 fees
Annual report cost in Massachusetts

Massachusetts annual report cost

Massachusetts requires annual reports from LLCs and corporations to maintain good standing. LLC annual report fee is $500. Corporation annual report fee is $125. We file your Massachusetts annual report on time, every time, for $99 one-time + state fee, or $129/year with Compliance Annual Filings (auto-renewing).

Massachusetts annual report fees

LLC annual report state fee$500/year
Corporation annual report state fee$125/year
Nonprofit annual report state fee$18.50/year
File.Business one-time filing service$99 + state fee
File.Business Compliance Annual Filings (auto-renewing)$129/year + state fee

What happens if you miss the Massachusetts annual report deadline

  • Late fees: Massachusetts typically charges $25-$100 in late fees plus interest.
  • Loss of good standing: Your entity is marked "not in good standing." This blocks loans, contracts, certain license applications.
  • Administrative dissolution: Massachusetts can dissolve your entity after extended non-compliance, requiring reinstatement fees ($100-$500) and reapplication.
  • Personal liability exposure: Operating a dissolved entity can pierce the liability shield, exposing owners personally.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

How much does the Massachusetts annual report cost in 2026?
The Massachusetts annual report state fee for 2026 is shown in the cost breakdown at the top of this page. Massachusetts fees vary by entity type (LLC vs Corp vs Nonprofit) and entity size. Some Massachusetts reports also include a franchise tax or business privilege tax in addition to the report fee.
Does Massachusetts charge different annual report fees for LLCs vs Corporations?
Yes, in many cases. Massachusetts typically sets different annual report fees for LLCs and Corporations - see the Massachusetts fee comparison above. Some states also distinguish between domestic (formed in Massachusetts) and foreign (qualified in Massachusetts) entities.
Are there any late fees if I miss the Massachusetts annual report deadline?
Yes. Massachusetts charges late fees (often 10% of the filing fee + interest) for annual reports filed after the deadline. Extended delinquency can result in administrative dissolution. The cost of late filing + reinstatement far exceeds the cost of filing on time.
Is the Massachusetts annual report fee tax-deductible?
Yes. Massachusetts annual report fees, like other state filing fees paid in the ordinary course of business, are deductible as a business expense on your federal income tax return (Schedule C, Form 1120, or Form 1065 depending on entity type). Consult your Massachusetts CPA for specifics.

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