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
$75
Filing Method
Online or mail
Late Penalty
Varies — check SoS
Sos Filing Url
https://www.njportal.com/DOR/BusinessFormation
How to File
1
Gather Required Information
Collect your LLC's information including entity ID number, current registered agent details, principal business address, and member/manager information.
2
Access the New Jersey Business Portal
Visit the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services portal at njportal.com and log into your business account or create one if needed.
3
Complete the Annual Report Form
Fill out the annual report with updated business information, verify all details are accurate, and review any changes from the previous year.
4
Pay the $75 Filing Fee
Submit payment using a credit card, debit card, or electronic check through the online portal's secure payment system.
5
Submit and Confirm Filing
Review your completed form, submit the annual report, and save your confirmation receipt for your business records.
Ready to file your annual report?
Go directly to the New Jersey Secretary of State portal.
Your New Jersey LLC annual report is due by the last day of your LLC's anniversary month—the month your business was formed with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services. For example, if you filed your Certificate of Formation in March, your report must be submitted by March 31st annually.
This deadline is critical because failure to file triggers a $50 late fee per month of delinquency. If your annual report remains unfiled for 60 days past the deadline, the Division may administratively dissolve your LLC, which revokes your legal business status and liability protection. You'll need to file Form Business Entity Annual Report (UCC-12) through the online New Jersey Business Portal or by mail.
Missing this deadline creates cascading problems: you'll lose good standing status, become ineligible for contracts requiring current LLC status, and face personal liability for business debts. Set a calendar reminder for your formation month now, and file your report at least two weeks early to prevent processing delays.
If you file your New Jersey LLC annual report late, the New Jersey Division of Revenue will impose a penalty of $50 for filings submitted after the December 31st deadline. Your LLC status becomes administratively dissolved if the report remains unfiled 60 days past the deadline, automatically terminating your legal business status and liability protections. This dissolution prevents you from conducting business, entering contracts, or defending lawsuits in New Jersey courts. To reinstate your LLC after dissolution, you must file the overdue Annual Report (Form BA-4) and pay both the $50 late penalty and a $250 reinstatement fee to the Division of Revenue. The reinstatement process typically takes 5–7 business days. To avoid these consequences, file your Annual Report by December 31st each year through the New Jersey Business Portal or by mail. If your deadline has passed, submit Form BA-4 immediately with all applicable fees.
The filing fee for a New Jersey LLC annual report is $75, payable annually to the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services. You must submit payment online through the New Jersey Business Portal (nj.gov/nj/biz) using a credit card, debit card, or electronic check when filing Form BA-2 or BA-2S, depending on your LLC structure.
This $75 annual cost is a mandatory compliance expense separate from any state income taxes your business owes. Failure to pay the filing fee results in your annual report being rejected, which can trigger administrative dissolution of your LLC and potential penalties. The Division processes online payments immediately, so your filing is complete once both the form and fee are submitted together. Late filings incur an additional $25 penalty fee per month of delinquency.
Next step: Log into the New Jersey Business Portal before your LLC's annual report deadline to calculate your total filing costs and schedule your submission to avoid late fees.
Yes, New Jersey LLCs can file their annual report online through the New Jersey Business Portal at njportal.com, which is the fastest and most reliable method. The New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services operates this portal, allowing you to submit your annual report electronically without visiting an office or mailing documents. Online filing typically processes within 24 hours, versus 7–10 business days for mail submissions. You'll need your LLC's NJ identification number and login credentials to access the portal. Filing online also provides immediate confirmation and a stamped receipt, eliminating uncertainty about whether your filing arrived. The filing fee remains $25 regardless of submission method. This convenience matters significantly because late filings incur penalties and administrative dissolution becomes possible after 60 days of non-compliance. To get started, visit njportal.com, select "Annual Report for Limited Liability Company," and follow the step-by-step instructions with your business information and member details readily available.
Most New Jersey LLCs must file an annual report with the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services. However, **professional service LLCs** (such as those providing legal, medical, or accounting services) and **foreign LLCs that haven't registered in New Jersey** are typically exempt from filing requirements.
Additionally, LLCs that have dissolved or administratively dissolved their status are excused from filing. If your LLC is **inactive or has ceased operations**, you may file a Certificate of Cancellation instead of the annual report, though this formally terminates your entity.
The annual report filing deadline is **December 31st each year**, with a $50 filing fee. Failure to file results in a $25 penalty per month of delinquency, potentially leading to administrative dissolution.
**Contact the New Jersey Division of Revenue directly at (609) 292-9292** or visit their website to confirm your specific exemption status before the December deadline. Verify your LLC classification to avoid unexpected penalties and loss of good standing.
