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LLC Annual Report in Delaware

When a Delaware LLC's annual report is due, the fee, and the penalty for filing late.

Short answer: Delaware LLCs do not file an annual report. The Division of Corporations states: "There is no requirement to file an Annual Report." Instead, LLCs pay an annual tax (see state taxes). Delaware Division of Corporations, LLC/LP/GP Franchise Tax Instructions

Annual reportDelaware LLCs do not file an annual report. The Division of Corporations states: "There is no requirement to file an Annual Report." Instead, LLCs pay an annual tax (see state taxes).
Registered agentEvery Delaware LLC must keep a registered office and registered agent in Delaware with a full street address (an agent may not act solely through a virtual office or mail-forwarding service). The agent may be the LLC itself, an individual Delaware resident, or a Delaware or foreign business entity authorized to do business in Delaware. The Division of Corporations says a business physically located in Delaware may act as its own agent.
Re-verified and corrected 2026-10-27.

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FAQ

Does an LLC have to file an annual report in Delaware?
Delaware LLCs do not file an annual report. The Division of Corporations states: "There is no requirement to file an Annual Report." Instead, LLCs pay an annual tax (see state taxes).
Do you need a registered agent for an LLC in Delaware?
Every Delaware LLC must keep a registered office and registered agent in Delaware with a full street address (an agent may not act solely through a virtual office or mail-forwarding service). The agent may be the LLC itself, an individual Delaware resident, or a Delaware or foreign business entity authorized to do business in Delaware. The Division of Corporations says a business physically located in Delaware may act as its own agent.

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