What is the exact late fee for Indiana LLC biennial reports?

Indiana does not charge an additional late fee beyond the standard $32 biennial report fee. However, failure to file leads to administrative dissolution, which requires reinstatement fees.

Can you reinstate an Indiana LLC after administrative dissolution?

Yes, Indiana LLCs can typically be reinstated within 2 years after administrative dissolution by filing Articles of Reinstatement, paying all overdue fees, and submitting required reports.

Does being late on biennial reports affect my LLC's liability protection?

Yes, once your Indiana LLC is administratively dissolved for non-filing, you lose limited liability protection and may be personally liable for business debts incurred during the dissolution period.

How do I check my Indiana LLC's current good standing status?

You can check your LLC's status through the Indiana Secretary of State's business entity search tool online at https://www.in.gov/sos or request an official Certificate of Good Standing.

Can you negotiate or waive the Indiana LLC biennial report fee?

No, the $32 biennial report fee is set by Indiana law and cannot be negotiated or waived. All LLCs must pay this fee to maintain good standing.

Indiana LLC Annual Report Late Fee: What You Need to Know

Indiana requires LLCs to file biennial reports by April 15 with a $32 fee. Missing this deadline can lead to administrative dissolution and loss of good standing.

By Edmond Hui · Last updated: January 2026

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Late Fee Facts at a Glance

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annual report due

April 15 (biennial)

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base fee

$32

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late penalty

No additional late fee, but failure to file leads to administrative dissolution

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grace period

None — penalties apply immediately after the deadline

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dissolution timeline

Administrative dissolution proceedings begin after the deadline, typically completed within 60-90 days of non-filing

What Happens If You Miss the Deadline

Stage 1

Immediately after April 15 deadline

Your Indiana LLC falls out of good standing and is subject to administrative dissolution proceedings

✓ Fix:Yes — file the overdue biennial report immediately with the $32 fee to avoid dissolution

Stage 2

30-60 days after deadline

Indiana Secretary of State begins formal administrative dissolution process with official notice

✓ Fix:Yes — file the overdue report to stop dissolution proceedings before they are finalized

Stage 3

60-90 days after deadline

Administrative dissolution is completed, LLC loses legal status and good standing in Indiana

✓ Fix:Yes — but now requires formal reinstatement process with additional fees and paperwork

How to Fix It: Step-by-Step

File Your Overdue Biennial Report

Submit your biennial report through the Indiana Secretary of State website at https://www.in.gov/sos with the required $32 fee. Include all required information about your LLC.

Pay All Required Fees

Pay the $32 biennial report fee. If your LLC was administratively dissolved, you'll also need to pay reinstatement fees as determined by the Secretary of State.

Request Reinstatement (If Dissolved)

If your LLC was administratively dissolved, file Articles of Reinstatement with the Indiana Secretary of State along with all overdue reports and applicable fees.

Verify Good Standing Status

Request a Certificate of Good Standing from the Indiana Secretary of State to confirm your LLC is back in compliance and legally active.

🚨 Reinstatement After Dissolution

Reinstatement Possible?: Yes
How Long Allowed: Generally within 2 years after administrative dissolution in Indiana
Reinstatement Fee: Contact Indiana Secretary of State for current reinstatement fee
What You Lose During Dissolution: During dissolution period, your LLC loses liability protection, cannot conduct business legally, and may face personal liability for business debts

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