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Ohio annual report, 2026 fees
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Ohio: limited reporting requirements

Ohio LLCs are NOT required to file an annual report. Corporations also do not file an annual report (they file the Commercial Activity Tax return separately). LLC annual report state fee in Ohio is $0 (the state does not charge for LLC reports). Our standard service fee of $99 applies. Corporation annual report state fee in Ohio is $0. Our standard service fee of $99 applies. We file your Ohio annual report on time, every time, for $99 one-time + state fee, or $129/year with Compliance Annual Filings (auto-renewing).

Ohio annual report fees

LLC annual report state fee$0 (state does not charge)
Corporation annual report state fee$0 (state does not charge)
Nonprofit annual report state fee$0 (state does not charge)
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 Ohio annual report deadline

  • Late fees: Ohio 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: Ohio 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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How much does the Ohio annual report cost in 2026?
The Ohio annual report state fee for 2026 is shown in the cost breakdown at the top of this page. Ohio fees vary by entity type (LLC vs Corp vs Nonprofit) and entity size. Some Ohio reports also include a franchise tax or business privilege tax in addition to the report fee.
Does Ohio charge different annual report fees for LLCs vs Corporations?
Yes, in many cases. Ohio typically sets different annual report fees for LLCs and Corporations - see the Ohio fee comparison above. Some states also distinguish between domestic (formed in Ohio) and foreign (qualified in Ohio) entities.
Are there any late fees if I miss the Ohio annual report deadline?
Yes. Ohio 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 Ohio annual report fee tax-deductible?
Yes. Ohio 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 Ohio CPA for specifics.

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