| What to file | Annual report |
|---|---|
| State fee | Annual report: $200 (every year) source ↗ |
| Due | First report April 15 of the year after the articles take effect; then April 15 annually. |
| First deadline after forming | April 15 of the year after you form. |
| Late fee | No fixed late fee listedNone found. |
| If you don't file | Notice of grounds for administrative dissolution if not filed (G.S. 57D-6-06); reinstatement $100 + missed reports. |
Government fees only. Report fees, taxes and late fees shown here are paid to the state, not platform or service fees.
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How to file
File online on sosnc.gov: look up your LLC, confirm or update its details (addresses, registered agent, managers or members) and pay the fee. It usually takes a few minutes, and you don't need a service.
File with North Carolina ↗Official site: sosnc.gov. No service needed.
BOI report: not needed for US-formed LLCs. Under FinCEN's final rule, effective August 14, 2026 (making the March 2025 interim rule permanent), companies formed in the US don't file beneficial ownership (BOI) reports. Only companies formed abroad and registered to do business in a US state report, generally within 30 days of their registration taking effect. Filing with FinCEN is free; ignore letters asking you to pay to file one. FinCEN ↗
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North Carolina annual report FAQ
Does a North Carolina LLC have to file an annual report?
Yes: an annual report, $200, due Apr 15.
When is the North Carolina LLC annual report due?
First report April 15 of the year after the articles take effect; then April 15 annually. First one: april 15 of the year after you form.
How much does the North Carolina annual report cost?
Annual report: $200 (every year).
What happens if I file the North Carolina annual report late?
Late fee: No fixed late fee listed. None found. Notice of grounds for administrative dissolution if not filed (G.S. 57D-6-06); reinstatement $100 + missed reports.
Does my North Carolina LLC need to file a BOI report?
No, if it was formed in the US. Under FinCEN’s final rule, effective August 14, 2026, US-formed companies are exempt. Only companies formed abroad and registered to do business in a US state report, generally within 30 days of registering.
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