Annual Report Filing Guide
Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama each have different annual report deadlines, fees, and rules. Miss one and your LLC loses good standing. Here's exactly what you need to file — and when.
Annual Report Requirements at a Glance
State-specific rules for LLCs in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama.
| State | Fee | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana (LA) | $35 | Anniversary month of formation |
| Mississippi (MS) | $25 | April 15 each year |
| Alabama (AL) | $10 minimum ($1 per member, max $150) | April 15 each year |
State-by-State Filing Instructions
Louisiana Annual Report
Louisiana LLCs file an annual report with the Louisiana Secretary of State. The fee is $35 per year. Your deadline is the last day of your anniversary month — the calendar month in which your LLC was originally approved.
Example: LLC approved June 14, 2024 → annual report due June 30, 2025, then June 30, 2026, and so on.
Louisiana does not automatically mail paper reminders. Most LLCs receive email notifications if their registered agent's email is on file, but this is not guaranteed. A good registered agent service (like Eleet AI) will alert you 60 days before your deadline.
How to file in Louisiana:
- Go to geauxbiz.sos.la.gov (Louisiana Secretary of State's business portal)
- Search for your LLC by name or file number
- Click "File Annual Report" and confirm your registered agent and principal address
- Pay the $35 fee by credit card or ACH
- Save your confirmation number and receipt
Penalty
$30 late fee. LLCs that fail to file for 3+ consecutive years face administrative dissolution. Reinstatement requires all back fees plus a reinstatement application.
Mississippi Annual Report
Mississippi LLCs file an annual report with the Mississippi Secretary of State by April 15 every year, regardless of when your LLC was formed. The fee is $25.
Mississippi's fixed April 15 deadline means all LLCs in the state file at the same time. Mark it on your calendar alongside your federal and state tax deadlines — Mississippi annual reports have the same due date as personal income taxes.
New LLCs formed between January 1 and April 15 of the current year may or may not owe a report for that year depending on formation timing. When in doubt, file — the $25 fee is far cheaper than a late penalty.
How to file in Mississippi:
- Go to the Mississippi Secretary of State Business Services portal (sos.ms.gov)
- Log in or access your business record by file number
- Select "Annual Report" and verify your registered agent, members, and principal office
- Pay the $25 filing fee online
- Download and save the filing confirmation
Penalty
$25 late fee. Continued non-filing leads to dissolution notices and eventual administrative dissolution. Reinstatement fees apply.
Alabama Annual Report
Alabama LLCs have two separate annual obligations — both due April 15:
- Annual Report filed with the Alabama Secretary of State — fee is $10 minimum (single-member LLC) or $1 per member up to a $150 cap.
- Business Privilege Tax Return (BPT) filed with the Alabama Department of Revenue — minimum tax is $100, based on net worth.
The BPT is the more consequential of the two. Alabama taxes LLCs on net worth at a rate of $1.75 per $1,000 of net worth, with a minimum of $100. Most small LLCs with modest assets pay exactly $100. Consult a CPA if your LLC holds significant property or has high retained earnings.
How to file in Alabama:
- File the Annual Report at the Alabama Secretary of State portal (sos.alabama.gov) — pay the SOS fee
- File Form BPT-IN (new LLCs) or Form PPT (existing LLCs) with the AL Department of Revenue — pay minimum $100 BPT
- Both due April 15. Extensions available for BPT via Form BPT-EXT (extends to November 15)
- Keep both confirmation receipts on file
Penalty
Missing either filing triggers loss of good standing. Administrative dissolution begins after 2 years of non-compliance. BPT penalties include 10% of tax due plus interest.
5 Common Annual Report Mistakes
Assuming the state will remind you
Louisiana does not mail paper reminders. Mississippi and Alabama send email notices only if your contact information is current. Do not rely on state notifications — set your own calendar alert or use a registered agent with compliance reminders.
Filing in the wrong state
If your LLC is registered in Louisiana but you've recently qualified in Alabama (foreign qualification), you owe annual reports in both states. Each state where you're registered requires a separate filing.
Forgetting Alabama's BPT
Alabama requires two separate filings — the Secretary of State annual report AND the Business Privilege Tax Return with the AL DOR. Many Alabama LLCs file the SOS report but miss the BPT, which creates a tax delinquency with the Department of Revenue.
Using an outdated registered agent address
Annual report forms pull your current registered agent on file. If you changed your RA without updating the state record, your filing may fail or be sent to the wrong address. Verify your registered agent information before filing each year.
Waiting until the last day
State portals frequently experience traffic spikes on deadlines (especially April 15 for MS and AL). File at least one week early to avoid portal outages, payment failures, or processing delays that could trigger late fees even with an on-time payment attempt.
Never Miss a Deadline Again
Eleet AI tracks annual report deadlines for Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama LLCs. We send reminders 60 days, 30 days, and 7 days before your due date — and we can file on your behalf as part of our compliance add-on.
As your registered agent, we already have your state file number, registered agent address, and entity information on file. Filing your annual report takes us minutes, not hours, and we confirm completion with a copy of the state receipt.
What Eleet AI compliance service includes:
- Deadline tracking for all states where your LLC is registered
- Email reminders at 60, 30, and 7 days before each due date
- Annual report preparation and state submission on your behalf
- Electronic filing confirmation and receipt stored in your portal
- Multi-state support — Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama in one service
Registered agent + compliance reminders included. No setup fees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an annual report for an LLC?
An LLC annual report is a state-mandated filing that confirms your business is still active, updates your registered agent and officer information, and pays a nominal state fee. It is not a financial report — you do not submit income statements or tax returns. Most states use the term "annual report," though some call it a "statement of information" or "biennial report." Failure to file results in late fees and eventually administrative dissolution of your LLC.
When is the annual report due in Louisiana?
Louisiana LLC annual reports are due by the last day of your anniversary month — the month your LLC was originally formed. For example, if your LLC was approved in June 2024, your first annual report is due June 30, 2025, and every June 30 thereafter. The fee is $35 per year. Louisiana does not send automatic paper reminders, so set your own calendar alert or use a registered agent service that provides compliance reminders.
When is the annual report due in Mississippi?
Mississippi LLC annual reports are due April 15 every year, regardless of when your LLC was formed. The filing fee is $25. New LLCs formed in the same calendar year may be exempt from filing until the following April 15, but you should verify this with the Mississippi Secretary of State for your specific formation date.
When is the annual report due in Alabama?
Alabama LLC annual reports are due April 15 each year. The fee is $10 minimum for single-member LLCs, or $1 per member for multi-member LLCs, up to a $150 cap. Alabama also requires a separate Business Privilege Tax Return (BPT) filed with the Alabama Department of Revenue by the same April 15 deadline. The minimum BPT is $100. Missing either filing can result in loss of good standing.
What happens if I miss my annual report deadline?
Missing your annual report deadline triggers late fees and puts your LLC at risk of administrative dissolution. Louisiana charges a $30 late fee and will dissolve non-compliant LLCs after 3 years of non-filing. Mississippi charges $25 in late fees and escalates to dissolution notices. Alabama suspends good standing and dissolves inactive LLCs after 2 years. Reinstating a dissolved LLC requires additional fees, paperwork, and sometimes court filings. The cost of late compliance far exceeds the original filing fee.
Do I need an accountant to file an annual report?
No. Annual reports for LLCs are straightforward state filings that confirm your business information — not tax or financial documents. Most LLCs can file online in under 10 minutes. However, Alabama LLCs also owe a separate Business Privilege Tax Return, which may benefit from CPA review if your business has significant assets or net worth. Eleet AI's compliance service handles the Secretary of State annual report filing for you.
Can my registered agent file my annual report?
Yes. Eleet AI's registered agent service includes compliance reminders and can file annual reports on your behalf as part of our compliance add-on. We track your deadlines, prepare the filing, submit it to the state, and confirm completion — so you never miss a deadline even during your busiest months.
What information do I need to file an annual report?
Typically: your LLC name, state file number (from your original formation documents), registered agent name and address, principal office address, name and address of members or managers, and the annual fee payment. Most of this information stays the same year to year — annual reports are primarily a confirmation of existing information plus any changes. Keep your state file number on file; you will need it every year.
Is an annual report the same as renewing my LLC?
Yes and no. Annual reports keep your LLC in good standing with the state and prevent dissolution, which is functionally a renewal of your active status. But it is not a re-formation or new registration. Your LLC EIN, operating agreement, and business bank accounts are not affected by the annual report. It is purely a state compliance filing that says "we still exist and here is our current information."
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