California Statement of Information + Franchise Tax
California LLC Compliance Filing
California requires a minimum annual franchise tax plus biennial Statement of Information. We track your deadlines, prepare all filings, and ensure compliance.
State Compliance
Filing deadlines & status
Last filed: Annual Report (Jan 15)
Upcoming Filings
Annual Report
Wyoming
Mar 1
Due SoonFranchise Tax
Delaware
Jun 1
ScheduledDeadline reminders
Email alerts 30 days before each filing
California Requirements
Statement of Information + Franchise Tax requirements in California
Filing Details
Filing Type
Statement of Information + Franchise Tax
Due Date
Within 90 days of formation, then biennially
What's Required
- LLC name and address
- Agent for Service of Process
- Manager/member information
- Type of business
California Notes
- Minimum annual franchise tax applies to all LLCs
- Statement of Information due within 90 days, then biennially
- Franchise tax due by 15th day of 4th month after fiscal year
- Foreign LLCs doing business in CA must register and pay
What's Included
Complete Statement of Information + Franchise Tax service
We track your California deadline, prepare all required forms, and file on time, so you can focus on your business.
Filing Services
- Statement of Information + Franchise Tax preparation
- State form completion
- Filing submission
- Confirmation documentation
Compliance Support
- Deadline tracking & alerts
- Proactive reminders
- Good standing monitoring
- Penalty-free guarantee
How It Works
Compliance on autopilot
We handle your California statement of information + franchise tax so you don't have to
We Track
Ongoing
We monitor your California filing deadline and requirements automatically.
We Prepare
Before deadline
We complete all required Statement of Information + Franchise Tax forms and calculate any fees due.
We File
On time
We submit your California filing and confirm your LLC remains in good standing.
Simple Pricing
Affordable California compliance
Keep your California LLC in good standing with timely statement of information + franchise tax filing
What's included
- Statement of Information + Franchise Tax preparation & filing
- Deadline tracking & reminders
- Good standing monitoring
- Penalty-free guarantee
- Document delivery
Penalty-Free Guarantee
Miss a deadline due to our error? We cover the penalty.
Proactive Reminders
30-day advance alerts before your deadline.
Cancel Anytime
No long-term contracts or commitments.
Full-service California compliance included.
Looking for a complete business setup? See our California LLC formation package for the best value.
Why StartGlobal
The California compliance experts you can trust
We've helped thousands of businesses stay compliant. Here's why founders trust us with their California filings.
Customer Reviews
Based on 142 reviews
See what founders are saying about our compliance service
"I missed a Delaware annual report deadline once and got hit with a $200 penalty. Since switching to StartGlobal, they remind me weeks in advance and handle everything. No more worrying about compliance from Stockholm."
Viktor Andersson
Nordic Digital 路 SaaS
馃嚫馃嚜 Sweden
"Managing compliance for my Wyoming LLC while living in India was a nightmare. StartGlobal tracks every deadline and files on time. My LLC has been in good standing for 3 years straight."
Priya Sharma
Bangalore Tech Solutions 路 Software
馃嚠馃嚦 India
"The compliance calendar in my dashboard shows exactly what is due and when. They even calculate franchise tax correctly, something I was getting wrong before. Saved me money on penalties."
Lucas Martins
S茫o Paulo Ventures 路 Investment
馃嚙馃嚪 Brazil
"I needed a Certificate of Good Standing for a partnership agreement. StartGlobal had it delivered to my inbox within 48 hours. The speed and reliability is exceptional."
Hannah Schmidt
Berlin Brands 路 E-commerce
馃嚛馃嚜 Germany
"StartGlobal handles everything: compliance, bookkeeping, and taxes. Having one provider who understands the whole picture means nothing falls through the cracks. Complete peace of mind."
Erik Svensson
Stockholm Startups 路 Venture
馃嚫馃嚜 Sweden
"Running a US LLC from Asia requires trust in your service providers. StartGlobal has managed my LLC operations for two years without a single missed deadline or filing error."
Mei Wong
Hong Kong Trading 路 Import/Export
馃嚟馃嚢 Hong Kong
"The dashboard gives me visibility into everything: compliance status, financial health, tax deadlines. I can run my US business confidently from Portugal knowing everything is handled."
Jo茫o Silva
Lisbon Labs 路 Biotech
馃嚨馃嚬 Portugal
"I missed a Delaware annual report deadline once and got hit with a $200 penalty. Since switching to StartGlobal, they remind me weeks in advance and handle everything. No more worrying about compliance from Stockholm."
Viktor Andersson
Nordic Digital 路 SaaS
馃嚫馃嚜 Sweden
"Managing compliance for my Wyoming LLC while living in India was a nightmare. StartGlobal tracks every deadline and files on time. My LLC has been in good standing for 3 years straight."
Priya Sharma
Bangalore Tech Solutions 路 Software
馃嚠馃嚦 India
"The compliance calendar in my dashboard shows exactly what is due and when. They even calculate franchise tax correctly, something I was getting wrong before. Saved me money on penalties."
Lucas Martins
S茫o Paulo Ventures 路 Investment
馃嚙馃嚪 Brazil
"I needed a Certificate of Good Standing for a partnership agreement. StartGlobal had it delivered to my inbox within 48 hours. The speed and reliability is exceptional."
Hannah Schmidt
Berlin Brands 路 E-commerce
馃嚛馃嚜 Germany
"StartGlobal handles everything: compliance, bookkeeping, and taxes. Having one provider who understands the whole picture means nothing falls through the cracks. Complete peace of mind."
Erik Svensson
Stockholm Startups 路 Venture
馃嚫馃嚜 Sweden
"Running a US LLC from Asia requires trust in your service providers. StartGlobal has managed my LLC operations for two years without a single missed deadline or filing error."
Mei Wong
Hong Kong Trading 路 Import/Export
馃嚟馃嚢 Hong Kong
"The dashboard gives me visibility into everything: compliance status, financial health, tax deadlines. I can run my US business confidently from Portugal knowing everything is handled."
Jo茫o Silva
Lisbon Labs 路 Biotech
馃嚨馃嚬 Portugal
FAQ
California Statement of Information + Franchise Tax Questions
Everything you need to know about statement of information + franchise tax filing in California
California LLCs must pay a minimum annual franchise tax and file a Statement of Information. The franchise tax is due by the 15th day of the 4th month after your fiscal year ends. The Statement of Information is due within 90 days of formation, then biennially.
California imposes a minimum annual franchise tax on all LLCs doing business in the state, regardless of income. This is the 'cost' of having an LLC in California. Foreign LLCs registered to do business in CA must also pay this tax.
The initial Statement of Information is due within 90 days of forming your California LLC. After that, it is due every two years (biennially) during the applicable filing period.
Missing your annual report deadline can have serious consequences. Most states charge late fees and penalties that accumulate over time. Continued non-compliance can cause your LLC to lose its 'good standing' status, preventing you from opening bank accounts, signing contracts, or conducting certain business activities. In severe cases, your LLC can be administratively dissolved by the state.
A Certificate of Good Standing (also called Certificate of Existence or Certificate of Status) is an official state document confirming your LLC is properly registered and compliant with all state requirements. Banks, investors, and business partners often request this document. We can obtain certificates on your behalf whenever you need them.
Our service fee covers the preparation and filing of your annual report. State filing fees (which vary by state) are separate and billed at cost with no markup. We clearly communicate all fees before filing so there are no surprises.
When you sign up, we analyze your LLC's formation date and state requirements to determine your specific deadline. You'll see upcoming deadlines in your dashboard, and we send proactive email reminders 30 days before each due date. We handle the tracking so you can focus on your business.
Yes, we can help reinstate an LLC that has been administratively dissolved due to missed filings. The process typically involves filing all overdue reports, paying back penalties and fees, and submitting a reinstatement application. Requirements and costs vary by state. Contact us for a reinstatement assessment.
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