California Annual Report
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.
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California Requirements
California Statement of Information + Franchise Tax at a glance
The key dates and details, and what StartGlobal handles for you.
Key Facts
- Filing
- Statement of Information + Franchise Tax
- Due date
- Within 90 days of formation, then biennially
- State fee
- $800
- Our filing
- $299/year or in Managed LLC
What the California statement of information + franchise tax requires
- LLC name and address
- Agent for Service of Process
- Manager/member information
- Type of business
Good to know
- 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
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FAQ
California Statement of Information + Franchise Tax Questions
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.
Yes. Our annual report service is all-inclusive, covering preparation, filing, state fees, deadline tracking, and good standing maintenance. It is $299/year, or included with Managed LLC ($149/month), with no separate per-state charges and 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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We prepare and file your annual report and track every deadline. Included with Managed LLC ($149/month), or $299/year a la carte.