Published · Updated · By Govance Editorial
Delaware is the most popular state for LLC formation in America — over 1 million entities are registered there. If your LLC is formed in Delaware, you must file an annual report and pay franchise tax every year, even if you have no operations in Delaware.
Delaware LLC annual report deadline
Delaware LLC annual reports are due by June 1 every year. There is no grace period for the report itself. Franchise tax is also due June 1. Missing this deadline triggers immediate penalties.
Delaware LLC annual report fee
The annual report filing fee is $300 for most LLCs. Franchise tax is calculated separately using Delaware's authorized shares method or assumed par value method — minimum $400 for most small LLCs. Total annual cost for a typical single-member Delaware LLC: $700+.
How to file your Delaware LLC annual report
- Go to icis.corp.delaware.gov
- Search for your LLC by name or file number
- Click "Pay Taxes" / "File Annual Report"
- Enter gross assets (often $0 for holding companies)
- Pay by credit card — save your confirmation
Delaware late penalties
Late franchise tax incurs a $200 penalty plus 1.5% monthly interest. Continued failure to file can result in void status for your LLC in Delaware.
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