LLC Annual Report in Washington
When a Washington LLC's annual report is due, the fee, and the penalty for filing late.
Short answer: An Annual Report must be filed every year to keep an LLC active. It is due by the business's expiration date, which is the last day of the month in which the business was first formed or registered, and can be filed up to 180 days early. Washington Secretary of State, LLC Filing Resource Page (Annual Report)
| Annual report | An Annual Report must be filed every year to keep an LLC active. It is due by the business's expiration date, which is the last day of the month in which the business was first formed or registered, and can be filed up to 180 days early. The required filing fee is $70. An Amended Annual Report (to update information between reports) costs $10. |
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| Registered agent | Every domestic LLC and registered foreign LLC must have a registered agent who consents to accept legal documents for the business. The agent needs a physical address in Washington State; P.O. boxes and PMBs are prohibited. The agent may be a non-commercial registered agent (any person or business with a Washington address who agrees to serve, including a designated position or office title) or a commercial registered agent listed with the Secretary of State. A signed and dated consent to serve is required. |
Where to get help in Washington
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FAQ
Does an LLC have to file an annual report in Washington?
An Annual Report must be filed every year to keep an LLC active. It is due by the business's expiration date, which is the last day of the month in which the business was first formed or registered, and can be filed up to 180 days early. The required filing fee is $70. An Amended Annual Report (to update information between reports) costs $10.
Do you need a registered agent for an LLC in Washington?
Every domestic LLC and registered foreign LLC must have a registered agent who consents to accept legal documents for the business. The agent needs a physical address in Washington State; P.O. boxes and PMBs are prohibited. The agent may be a non-commercial registered agent (any person or business with a Washington address who agrees to serve, including a designated position or office title) or a commercial registered agent listed with the Secretary of State. A signed and dated consent to serve is required.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.