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
June 1
Fee
$85
Filing Method
Online or mail
Late Penalty
Varies — check SoS
Sos Filing Url
https://www.maine.gov/sos
How to File
1
Access the Maine Secretary of State Portal
Visit the Maine Secretary of State website at maine.gov/sos and navigate to the business services section to access the online filing system for LLC annual reports.
2
Locate Your LLC Information
Have your LLC's registered name, file number, and registered agent information ready. You'll need these details to complete your annual report accurately.
3
Complete the Annual Report Form
Fill out all required fields including current member/manager information, registered office address, and any changes to your LLC's structure or contact details.
4
Review and Submit Payment
Double-check all information for accuracy, then submit your report with the $85 filing fee using a credit card, debit card, or electronic check through the online portal.
5
Save Confirmation and Records
After successful submission, save your confirmation receipt and any certificates issued. Keep these documents with your LLC records for compliance documentation.
Ready to file your annual report?
Go directly to the Maine Secretary of State portal.
If you file your Maine LLC annual report after the June 1 deadline, the Maine Secretary of State will assess a $25 late fee in addition to the $125 standard filing fee. Your LLC's good standing status will be suspended, making it impossible to conduct business legally in Maine, enter contracts, or defend lawsuits. If your report remains unfiled for two consecutive years, the Secretary of State will administratively dissolve your LLC, requiring expensive reinstatement procedures and potentially affecting your personal liability protection. This suspension also triggers complications with business licenses, bank accounts, and creditor relationships. Contact the Maine Secretary of State's Business and UCC Division immediately at (207) 626-8400 to file your overdue report and pay accumulated penalties. You can file online through the Maine.gov portal or submit Form MLLC-12 by mail to expedite reinstatement of good standing status.
You can file your Maine LLC annual report exclusively through the Maine Secretary of State's online portal at maine.gov/sos or by mailing Form MLLC-1 to the Secretary of State's office in Augusta. The online filing method is substantially faster, providing instant confirmation and avoiding postal delays.
You'll need your LLC's name and registered agent information, current member or manager details, and the $85 filing fee (non-refundable). Maine requires all LLCs to file annually by June 1st, with penalties accruing for late submissions.
The practical benefit of online filing is immediate processing—your compliance status updates instantly, whereas mail filings take 7–10 business days to process. This matters if you're applying for licenses, loans, or contracts that require proof of good standing.
To proceed, log into your existing Secretary of State account or create one at maine.gov/sos, then locate the LLC Annual Report filing section under "Business Services."
The filing fee for a Maine LLC annual report is $85, payable to the Maine Secretary of State. You must submit this fee when filing your report through the Secretary of State's online portal at maine.gov/sos or by mailing a check with your form to the Department of the Secretary of State in Augusta. No additional processing or expedited fees apply regardless of submission method. This $85 cost is a mandatory annual expense due by June 1st for all Maine LLCs, making it a significant line item in your business budget that recurs every year. Failing to pay this fee or missing the deadline results in administrative dissolution of your LLC and loss of liability protection. To avoid penalties, submit your annual report and $85 fee by the June 1st deadline through whichever method you prefer—online filing typically processes within 5–10 business days, while mail submissions may take 2–3 weeks.
Maine LLC annual reports must be filed by June 1st each year with the Maine Secretary of State's Office, Division of Corporations. This deadline applies uniformly to all Maine LLCs regardless of formation date. The filing fee is $125, payable to the State of Maine. You'll submit Form MLLC-12, the Annual Report for Domestic Limited Liability Companies, either online through the Secretary of State's portal or by mail. Missing this deadline triggers a $25 late fee plus potential administrative dissolution of your LLC, which would jeopardize your liability protection and business operations. The practical consequence: your LLC loses good standing status, making it difficult to obtain business licenses, sign contracts, or defend against lawsuits. File your report by early May to ensure processing time before the June 1st deadline and maintain your LLC's active status without penalty.
All active Maine LLCs must file annual reports with the Maine Secretary of State. However, exemptions exist for LLCs that have been formally dissolved or are actively completing the dissolution process through the state. LLCs in good standing that simply haven't conducted business are not exempt—they must still file. The Maine Secretary of State's Bureau of Corporations, Elections & Commissions requires the Annual Report of Domestic Limited Liability Company (Form MLLC-12) by the anniversary date of your LLC's formation, typically with a $150 filing fee. Failing to file results in administrative dissolution, which revokes your LLC's legal status and liability protection, exposing owners to personal liability. Before assuming you qualify for an exemption, contact the Maine Secretary of State's LLC filing unit directly at (207) 626-8400 or submit a formal inquiry through the state's website to verify your specific filing obligations and confirm whether dissolution paperwork has been processed.
