Georgia LLC annual filing requirements

Most Georgia LLCs must file an Annual Registration each year to keep the company in good standing with the Georgia Secretary of State. This filing updates key business information (like principal office and registered agent details) and confirms the LLC is still active. Missing the filing can lead to loss of good standing and potential administrative dissolution.

Summary (table)

Item	Who	When	Cost	Penalties	Official Source
Annual Registration (Georgia LLC)	Georgia LLCs (and other GA entities required to file Annual Registration)	Due each year between January 1 and April 1	$50 (online filing)	Late fee may apply; risk of administrative dissolution if not filed	https://sos.ga.gov/page/annual-registration
Update Registered Agent/Office (if changes)	Georgia LLCs with changes to registered agent or registered office	As changes occur	Check official state source	May affect service of process and compliance standing	https://sos.ga.gov/page/corporations-division

What you must file

Georgia Annual Registration (for your LLC)
- Filed with: Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division
- Purpose: keeps your LLC’s information current and confirms it remains active
- Common info requested: business name, control/managed-by information, principal office address, registered agent and registered office details

Tip: Even if nothing has changed, you typically still need to file the Annual Registration.

Deadlines

Standard window: January 1 through April 1 each year
Due date: April 1 (for most entities required to file Annual Registration)

If you’re unsure whether an exception applies to your business type or status, check the official Georgia Secretary of State guidance.

Fees

Annual Registration fee (online): $50
Other filing costs (if needed): Check official state source (fees can vary by filing type)

Penalties if late

Late fee: May apply if the Annual Registration is filed after the deadline (see official guidance for current details).
Good standing risk: Late or missing filings can cause your LLC to fall out of good standing.
Administrative dissolution: Continued failure to file can lead to administrative dissolution by the state.

Official source links

FAQ (5)

1) Do Georgia LLCs have to file an annual report?

Georgia typically refers to this requirement as an Annual Registration (similar to an annual report in other states). Most Georgia LLCs must file it each year.

2) When is the Georgia LLC Annual Registration due?

The Annual Registration is due each year during the filing window of January 1 through April 1 (with April 1 as the deadline for most filers).

3) How much is the Georgia Annual Registration fee for an LLC?

The state lists a $50 online filing fee for the Annual Registration. If you’re filing through another method or bundling other filings, confirm the total cost with the official state source.

4) What happens if I miss the deadline?

A late fee may apply, and your business can fall out of good standing. Continued noncompliance may lead to administrative dissolution. For the most current enforcement details, review the Georgia SOS Annual Registration page.

5) How do I file the Annual Registration in Georgia?

Most owners file online through the Georgia Secretary of State’s eCorp portal. You can also find entity details and filing options through the Corporations Division website.

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Legal disclaimer

This information is provided for general educational purposes only and may not reflect the most recent legal or policy changes. It is not legal, tax, or financial advice, and reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Requirements and fees can change; for the most current rules, always confirm details with the Georgia Secretary of State and/or a qualified professional.