| What to file | Annual report |
|---|---|
| State fee | Annual report minimum: $300 (every year) source ↗Franchise and excise tax: Variable (Depends on revenue) source ↗ |
| Due | Annual report due first day of fourth month after recorded fiscal-year close; April 1 for December close. |
| First deadline after forming | Annual report due first day of fourth month after recorded fiscal-year close; April 1 for December close. Your exact first due date is on your LLC's state record; check with the state. |
| Late fee | No fixed late fee listedNone found. |
| If you don't file | Administrative dissolution for failure to file (T.C.A. 48-249-604; dissolution may start 2 months after due). |
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 tncab.tnsos.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 Tennessee ↗Official site: tncab.tnsos.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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Tennessee annual report FAQ
Does a Tennessee LLC have to file an annual report?
Yes: an annual report, $300 + variable tax, due Apr 1 (Dec year-end).
When is the Tennessee LLC annual report due?
Annual report due first day of fourth month after recorded fiscal-year close; April 1 for December close. First one: annual report due first day of fourth month after recorded fiscal-year close; April 1 for December close. Your exact first due date is on your LLC's state record; check with the state.
How much does the Tennessee annual report cost?
Annual report minimum: $300 (every year); Franchise and excise tax: Variable (Depends on revenue).
What happens if I file the Tennessee annual report late?
Late fee: No fixed late fee listed. None found. Administrative dissolution for failure to file (T.C.A. 48-249-604; dissolution may start 2 months after due).
Does my Tennessee 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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