Edmond Hui is a software engineer and serial entrepreneur based in New York who has founded multiple online businesses across e-commerce, media, and information publishing. Before transitioning into tech, he spent years as a commercial real estate professional closing deals totaling over 100,000 square feet, giving him firsthand experience with business formation and entity structuring. He built MyStateLLC to provide the free, state-specific LLC guidance he wished existed when forming his own companies.
Annual Report at a Glance
Due Date
Anniversary month
Fee
$35
Filing Method
Online or mail
Late Penalty
Varies — check SoS
Sos Filing Url
https://www.sos.la.gov
How to File
1
Gather Required Information
Collect your LLC's current registered agent information, principal office address, member/manager details, and nature of business description.
2
Access Louisiana GeauxBiz Portal
Visit the Louisiana Secretary of State's GeauxBiz online portal at sos.la.gov and log into your business account or create one if filing for the first time.
3
Complete the Annual Report Form
Fill out all required fields including any changes to LLC information, verify accuracy of existing data, and review the $35 filing fee.
4
Submit Payment and File
Pay the $35 annual report fee using credit card, debit card, or electronic check, then submit your completed form electronically.
5
Save Confirmation and Records
Download and save your filing confirmation receipt for your records. The Louisiana SoS will update your LLC's status to current once processed.
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Filing your Louisiana LLC annual report late triggers immediate consequences through the Louisiana Secretary of State. The state assesses a late penalty of $25 for reports filed after the due date, plus potential additional reinstatement fees if your LLC is administratively dissolved. Missing the deadline also results in loss of good standing status, which prevents your LLC from entering into contracts, obtaining licenses, or suing in Louisiana courts. If your annual report remains unfiled for 60 days past the deadline, the Secretary of State will administratively dissolve your LLC without notice, requiring you to file a Reinstatement Application (Form 344) and pay a $100 reinstatement fee to restore your business status. This dissolution can damage your business credit and personal liability protection. File your annual report through the Louisiana Secretary of State's online portal at sos.louisiana.gov before your deadline to avoid these penalties and maintain your LLC's active status.
You can file your Louisiana LLC annual report exclusively through the Louisiana Secretary of State's GeauxBiz portal at sos.la.gov/businesses/geauxbiz. Paper filings are no longer accepted. The annual report, officially titled Form LLC-1202, must be submitted by June 30th each year, with a nonrefundable filing fee of $25. Filing online through GeauxBiz provides instant confirmation of submission and helps you avoid penalties associated with late filing, which can result in administrative dissolution of your LLC. The portal requires your LLC's identification number and registered agent information. Processing typically takes 1–2 business days after submission. To get started, visit sos.la.gov/businesses and select the GeauxBiz portal, then log in with your credentials or create a new account if you haven't filed previously.
The Louisiana LLC annual report filing fee is $35, payable to the Louisiana Secretary of State. This fee applies regardless of whether you file online through the Secretary of State's portal or submit a paper form by mail. If filing by mail, you must include a check or money order for $35 with your completed Form 2210 (Annual Report of Limited Liability Company). Online filers can pay the fee directly during submission, often receiving faster processing. This $35 annual cost is non-refundable and separate from any registered agent fees your LLC may incur. The deadline to file is typically by June 1st each year, so budgeting this expense into your annual compliance costs ensures your LLC maintains good standing with Louisiana and avoids potential administrative dissolution. Verify the current fee amount on the Louisiana Secretary of State website before filing to account for any recent increases.
Your Louisiana LLC annual report is due by the last day of your LLC's anniversary month of formation, as required by the Louisiana Secretary of State. For example, if you formed your LLC in March, your report must be filed by March 31st each year. The filing fee is $25, payable to the Louisiana Secretary of State. You'll need to submit Form LLC-1202, the Annual Report for Domestic Limited Liability Companies, through the Secretary of State's online filing system or by mail. Missing this deadline triggers a $100 penalty and potential administrative dissolution of your LLC, which removes your legal liability protection and business privileges. To stay compliant, mark your LLC's formation anniversary date in your calendar now and submit your report at least one week before the deadline to account for processing time. Visit the Louisiana Secretary of State website today to file your report or confirm your LLC's formation date.
No, all Louisiana LLCs must file annual reports regardless of business activity, income level, or operational status. Even dormant or inactive LLCs must maintain compliance by filing their annual reports.
The Louisiana Secretary of State offers no exemptions from this requirement. Whether your LLC generated substantial revenue or remained completely inactive, you must submit Form LLC-1200 (Annual Report) and pay the $25 filing fee by June 30 each year. This applies equally to single-member and multi-member LLCs.
Failure to file results in immediate penalties. Your LLC will be administratively dissolved if the report remains unfiled 60 days after the deadline, triggering loss of legal protection and personal liability exposure for members. Reinstatement requires additional fees and processing time.
Even if you're planning to close your LLC, filing the annual report maintains good standing until you formally dissolve the entity. Rather than risk accidental dissolution, file the required report by the deadline or proactively dissolve your LLC through the Secretary of State's office if you no longer need it.
