Short answer: Since 2025, every Pennsylvania LLC must file an annual report with the Department of State each year between January 1 and September 30. The fee is $7 for most LLCs. Online reports are approved automatically and take only a few minutes. Starting with reports due in 2027, an LLC that does not file can be administratively dissolved six months after the deadline and can lose the exclusive right to its name.
This guide covers who must file, deadlines for each type of business, how to file, and what to do if you miss the deadline.
Who must file a Pennsylvania annual report?
Most registered business entities, both Pennsylvania and out-of-state, must file, including:
- Limited liability companies
- Business and nonprofit corporations
- Limited partnerships and limited liability partnerships
- Professional associations and business trusts
- Foreign (out-of-state) entities registered to do business in Pennsylvania
Fictitious names and general partnerships that are not LLPs do not file annual reports.
Annual report deadlines by entity type
- Corporations: January 1 to June 30
- LLCs: January 1 to September 30
- LPs, LLPs, business trusts and professional associations: January 1 to December 31
How much does the annual report cost?
- $7 for LLCs, business corporations, LPs and LLPs
- $0 for nonprofit corporations and LLCs or LPs with a not-for-profit purpose
Watch out for mailers from private companies offering to file your “annual report” for a much higher fee. You can file directly with the state for $7.
How to file your PA LLC annual report
- Go to the Department of State’s Business Filing Services site and log in or create an account.
- Use Business Search to find your LLC.
- Select the annual report option. No PIN is required.
- Confirm or update your company’s information, such as its registered office and the names of key people.
- Pay the $7 fee by credit card.
Reports filed online are approved automatically, and a copy is available within minutes. Paper filings take longer, and there is no expedited option.
What happens if you miss the deadline?
Beginning with reports due in 2027, a Pennsylvania entity that does not file will be administratively dissolved six months after its due date. Out-of-state entities have their registration administratively terminated. Once that happens, the entity loses the exclusive right to its name, and another business can take it.
Reinstating an administratively dissolved LLC
A Pennsylvania LLC can be reinstated with no time limit. The state fee is $35 online or $40 on paper, plus $15 for each unpaid annual report. If another business has taken the name in the meantime, the LLC may need to choose a new one. Out-of-state entities cannot reinstate and must register again.
Annual report vs. other yearly obligations
The annual report is not a tax return. Your LLC may still need to file federal and state tax returns, renew local licenses and keep its operating agreement and records current. See do you need a business license in Pennsylvania for other registrations.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Pennsylvania LLC annual report due?
LLC annual reports are due by September 30 each year.
Do I need to file an annual report in the year I formed my LLC?
The requirement applies each calendar year to registered entities. If you formed your LLC late in the year, check the Department of State’s guidance to confirm whether a report is due that year.
Can I file the annual report myself?
Yes. Most owners file it online in a few minutes. You do not need a lawyer or a filing service.
What if my LLC is no longer in business?
Letting the LLC be administratively dissolved is not the same as closing it properly. Read our guide to how to dissolve an LLC in Pennsylvania.
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