| What to file | Annual report |
|---|---|
| State fee | Annual report: $50 (every year) source ↗ |
| Due | Due November 15; the first report is due the year after the calendar year of registration. |
| First deadline after forming | November 15 of the year after you register. |
| Late fee | $50Grace: None. |
| If you don't file | Not in good standing; involuntarily terminated typically 6–12 months later; 1 year to reinstate. |
Government fees only. Report fees, taxes and late fees shown here are paid to the state, not platform or service fees.
Covers LLCs. Corporations file on different rules and fees; check with the state. Official rules: ndlegis.gov ↗ · sos.nd.gov. FormCost isn't affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. Links go to official public pages.
How to file
File online on firststop.sos.nd.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 Dakota ↗Official site: firststop.sos.nd.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 Dakota annual report FAQ
Does a North Dakota LLC have to file an annual report?
Yes: an annual report, $50, due Nov 15.
When is the North Dakota LLC annual report due?
Due November 15; the first report is due the year after the calendar year of registration. First one: november 15 of the year after you register.
How much does the North Dakota annual report cost?
Annual report: $50 (every year).
What happens if I file the North Dakota annual report late?
Late fee: $50. Not in good standing; involuntarily terminated typically 6–12 months later; 1 year to reinstate.
Does my North Dakota 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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