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
April 1
Fee
$300
Filing Method
Online or mail
Late Penalty
Varies — check SoS
Sos Filing Url
https://sos.tn.gov
How to File
1
Gather Required Information
Collect your LLC's current registered agent information, principal office address, and member/manager details. Have your Tennessee control number or entity ID ready from your original formation documents.
2
Access the Tennessee Secretary of State Website
Visit sos.tn.gov and navigate to the business services section. Look for 'File Annual Report' or search for your LLC using the business entity search tool.
3
Complete the Annual Report Form
Fill out all required fields including current LLC information, registered agent details, and any changes from the previous year. Review all information carefully for accuracy.
4
Pay the $300 Filing Fee
Submit payment online using a credit card or electronic check. If filing by mail, include a check made payable to 'Tennessee Secretary of State' for $300.
5
Submit and Receive Confirmation
Complete your filing and save the confirmation receipt. The Tennessee Secretary of State will update your LLC's status to current, maintaining your good standing.
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If you file your Tennessee LLC annual report late, the Tennessee Secretary of State will assess a $50 late fee on top of the standard $300 annual report fee. Your LLC remains in good standing for 30 days after the deadline, but after that grace period, the Secretary of State may administratively dissolve your LLC without further notice. An administratively dissolved LLC loses its legal protection, making you personally liable for business debts and contracts. To restore your LLC, you must file a Certificate of Reinstatement with a $150 reinstatement fee plus any unpaid annual report fees. This dissolution also terminates your EIN with the IRS and complicates tax filings. To avoid these consequences, file your annual report through the Tennessee Secretary of State's online portal by the deadline listed on your certificate of organization. Set a calendar reminder 60 days before your deadline to ensure timely submission.
Tennessee LLCs must file their annual report online through the Tennessee Secretary of State website at sos.tn.gov or submit Form SS-4498 by mail to the Secretary of State's office in Nashville. Online filing through the Tennessee Business Services portal is the fastest method, delivering immediate confirmation and reducing processing delays compared to the 10–15 business days required for mailed submissions. The annual report requires you to verify and update your registered agent, principal place of business, and member information, along with a non-refundable $300 filing fee. This annual compliance requirement is due by the last day of the month in which your LLC was originally formed—missing this deadline results in administrative dissolution, loss of liability protection, and potential reinstatement fees exceeding $500. To proceed, visit sos.tn.gov, navigate to the Business Services portal, and select "File Annual Report" to enter your LLC information and process payment immediately.
The Tennessee LLC annual report filing fee is $300, payable annually to the Tennessee Secretary of State. This fee is due by April 1st each year and applies to all domestic and foreign LLCs registered in Tennessee. You'll submit Form SS-4307 (Annual Report for Domestic and Foreign Limited Liability Companies) along with your payment. Payment options include online submission via credit card or electronic check through the Secretary of State's website, or mailing a paper check to the Nashville office. The $300 fee is non-refundable regardless of filing status. For LLC owners, this mandatory annual expense is a critical compliance requirement—failing to file by the deadline results in administrative dissolution of your LLC, which jeopardizes liability protection and business operations. To avoid penalties and loss of good standing, file your annual report and payment at least two weeks before April 1st. Visit the Tennessee Secretary of State's official website today to access Form SS-4307 and submit your filing online.
Tennessee LLC annual reports must be filed by April 1st each year with the Tennessee Secretary of State. This deadline applies uniformly to all Tennessee LLCs, regardless of their formation date during the year. The annual report filing fee is $300, payable to the Tennessee Secretary of State. You'll submit Form SS-4498, the Tennessee Annual Report for Limited Liability Companies, through the Secretary of State's online filing portal or by mail. Missing the April 1st deadline triggers a $50 late penalty, plus potential administrative dissolution if your LLC remains non-compliant for 60 days. For LLC owners, this means building April 1st filing into your annual compliance calendar now to avoid penalties and maintain your company's active legal status. Visit the Tennessee Secretary of State website immediately to access the filing portal and set a calendar reminder for March 25th—one week before the deadline.
All Tennessee LLCs must file annual reports with the Tennessee Secretary of State to maintain active status—there are no blanket exemptions for standard business LLCs. However, LLCs that have already dissolved or administratively revoked do not file reports since they no longer exist as legal entities. Additionally, foreign LLCs operating solely outside Tennessee may have modified reporting requirements depending on their jurisdiction of formation. The annual report fee is $300, due by the last day of the month in which your LLC was formed. Failure to file results in administrative dissolution after 60 days of non-compliance, which terminates your legal protection and tax status. To confirm whether your specific LLC structure qualifies for any exceptions, contact the Tennessee Secretary of State's Business Services Division directly or review your formation documents. File Form SS-4498 (Tennessee Annual Report for Limited Liability Companies) immediately if you're unsure about your filing obligation to avoid losing good standing status.
