Texas LLC Franchise Tax Report: What You Need to File by May 15
Most Texas LLCs owe $0 in franchise tax, but you still have to file the report every year. Here's exactly what to do.
Last updated: January 2026
Annual Report at a Glance
| Due Date | May 15 annually |
| Fee | $0 (for most small LLCs under the no-tax-due threshold) |
| Filing Method | Online via Texas Comptroller's eSystems portal (preferred) or mail |
| Late Penalty | 5% of tax owed if filed 1–30 days late; 10% if more than 30 days late. A $50 penalty applies for non-filers even if no tax is owed. |
| Sos Filing Url | https://www.sos.state.tx.us |
How to File
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Determine if you owe any tax
Log into the Texas Comptroller's eSystems portal (comptroller.texas.gov). LLCs with annualized total revenue at or below the no-tax-due threshold ($2.47 million for 2024) file a simplified No Tax Due Report and owe nothing. If you exceed the threshold, you'll calculate your margin tax.
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Gather your financial records
You'll need your LLC's total revenue for the calendar year. For the No Tax Due Report, this is the only figure required. For taxable LLCs, you'll also need cost of goods sold, compensation figures, or the 70% of revenue option — whichever gives you the lowest taxable margin.
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File online via eSystems
Visit comptroller.texas.gov and log into eSystems. Select 'Franchise Tax' and follow the prompts. The No Tax Due Report takes about 5 minutes. You'll receive a confirmation number when complete.
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Pay any tax owed (if applicable)
If your LLC owes franchise tax, pay online via eSystems using an ACH bank transfer or credit card. The due date is May 15. Extensions to August 15 are available but you must file the extension request on or before May 15.
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Keep your confirmation for records
Save or print your submission confirmation. Texas does not send paper acknowledgments. Your filing history is accessible in eSystems if you need proof of compliance for a bank loan or contract.