Connecticut LLC annual filing requirements

Connecticut LLCs generally must file an annual report with the Connecticut Secretary of the State to keep the company in good standing. Filing is typically completed online and confirms or updates key company information such as principal office and registered agent details. If you miss the filing, your LLC can face penalties and potential administrative dissolution.

Summary (table)

Item	Who	When	Cost	Penalties	Official Source
Annual Report (Connecticut LLC)	All Connecticut LLCs (including most foreign LLCs registered in CT)	Anniversary month of formation/registration (due by end of that month)	Check official state source	Late fees may apply; continued noncompliance can lead to administrative dissolution	https://portal.ct.gov/sots

What you must file

Connecticut LLC Annual Report (filed with the Connecticut Secretary of the State).
Information commonly confirmed/updated includes:
- LLC name and business address
- Principal office address
- Registered agent name and address
- Member/manager information (if requested by the form)
How to file: Typically through the state’s online business portal. If you need a paper option, check official state source.

Related filings (other states):

Deadlines

Typical due date: During your LLC’s anniversary month each year (the month your LLC was formed in Connecticut, or registered as a foreign LLC in Connecticut).
Common rule: Due by the last day of the anniversary month.
Exact due date confirmation: Check your entity’s record and annual report instructions in the state portal to confirm the exact due date.

Fees

Annual report filing fee: Check official state source.
Accepted payment methods: Typically online payment through the filing portal; check official state source for current options.

Penalties if late

Late fees: Connecticut may assess late penalties if the annual report is not filed on time. Check official state source for current amounts and how they are applied.
Loss of good standing: Your LLC may fall out of good standing if the report remains unfiled.
Administrative dissolution: Continued failure to file can lead to the state administratively dissolving (or revoking authority for) the LLC.
Practical impacts: Difficulty obtaining certificates of legal existence/good standing, entering contracts, qualifying in other states, renewing licenses, or opening/maintaining certain bank relationships.

Official source links

Connecticut Secretary of the State (main site)
Connecticut Business Services (online filing portal)
Annual report instructions/fee schedule: Check official state source.

FAQ (5)

1) Do all Connecticut LLCs have to file an annual report?

Generally, yes. Most domestic Connecticut LLCs and foreign LLCs registered to do business in Connecticut must file an annual report to maintain good standing. Check official state source for any exceptions.
2) When is a Connecticut LLC annual report due?

It is commonly due each year during your LLC’s anniversary month, typically by the last day of that month. Confirm the due date on your LLC’s record in the state portal.
3) How do I file the Connecticut LLC annual report?

Most filings are completed online through the Connecticut business filing portal. If you need alternate filing methods, check official state source.
4) What happens if I miss the deadline?

You may owe late fees and your LLC can fall out of good standing. Continued failure to file may result in administrative dissolution (or loss of authority for a foreign LLC).
5) Can I update my registered agent or address on the annual report?

Often, yes—annual reports typically allow you to confirm or update key details. If you need to make changes outside the annual report, the state may require a separate filing. Check official state source.

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Legal disclaimer

This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or accounting advice. Requirements, fees, and procedures can change. You should verify details with the Connecticut Secretary of the State and/or consult a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.