North Carolina Annual Registration
Every North Carolina corporation, LLC, and partnership (LLP and LLLP) is required by the state to file an annual report. Stay compliant and maintain your business's good standing with our professional filing service.
North Carolina Filing
Annual Report Service
- 90-day advance reminder
- Complete filing handled for you
- Privacy protection included
- Confirmation documents provided
North Carolina Annual Report Fees
Fees and due dates vary by business type. Corporations follow fiscal year end; LLCs file by April 15 each year.
*Paper Filing Fees: Corporations pay $25 for paper filings. LLCs, LLPs, and LLLPs pay $200 for paper filings (slightly less than online).
No Late Fees: North Carolina does not charge penalty fees for failing to file. However, the state will send a "Notice for Grounds for Administrative Dissolution or Revocation." You then have 60 days to complete the annual report before potential dissolution.
How to File Your North Carolina Annual Report
You can file online or by mail through the North Carolina Secretary of State website.
Determine Due Date & Fees
Check your entity type. Corporations follow fiscal year end; LLCs file by April 15.
Search Your Business
Visit NC Secretary of State website and search for your business by name.
Complete the Report
File online or print pre-populated form. Update company information as needed.
Submit & Pay
Pay via credit card (online) or check/money order (mail).
Required Information
- Business name and address
- Registered agent name and North Carolina address
- Names and addresses of members/managers (LLCs) or directors/officers (corporations)
- Name and title of authorized individual filing the report
Important: If you change your registered agent on the annual report, you MUST mail the form (cannot file online) with an original signature from your new registered agent.
Filing Options
Online Filing
Visit the NC Business Search, find your company, and click "File an Annual Report." Processed immediately. Payment by credit card.
Paper Filing
Print pre-populated form from the NC Business Search and mail to Secretary of State. Takes up to 12 weeks to process. Payment by check or money order.
Recommendation
File online whenever possible for immediate processing. Only use paper filing if changing your registered agent.
Why Let Us Handle Your Filing?
Focus on running your business while we take care of the paperwork and compliance.
Never Miss a Deadline
We send reminders 90 days before your due date and handle everything on time.
Privacy Protected
We list our contact information instead of yours on public records.
Fast Processing
Online filings are processed immediately. We ensure quick turnaround.
Expert Support
Our team handles all the paperwork so you can focus on your business.
Privacy Protection Included
North Carolina Annual Reports are public record. We've designed our service to protect your privacy:
North Carolina Annual Report Questions
Are there initial reports required in North Carolina?
No, North Carolina does not require new businesses to file initial reports. Your first annual report will be due based on your entity type's standard deadline.
Are there late fees for missing the North Carolina Annual Report deadline?
North Carolina doesn't charge late fees. However, the state will send your registered agent a "Notice of Grounds for Administrative Dissolution or Revocation for Foreign Businesses." If you don't respond within 60 days, your business may be dissolved or revoked.
How long does North Carolina Annual Report processing take?
Online filings are processed immediately. Mailed filings take significantly longer—you could wait up to 12 weeks for your report to be processed if you file by mail.
Who can file a North Carolina Annual Report?
Any authorized person may sign the North Carolina Annual Report. An authorized person is someone the business permits to act on its behalf, such as a director, manager, or member.
Do professional entities need to file a North Carolina Annual Report?
No. In North Carolina, if you have a domestic or foreign professional entity (like a Professional LLC or Professional Corporation), you're not required to file annual reports.
Can I change my registered agent on the annual report?
Yes, you can change your registered agent on the annual report form. However, if you change your North Carolina registered agent, the annual report MUST be mailed (not filed online) and requires an original signature from your new registered agent.
Do North Carolina Annual Reports require original signatures?
No, North Carolina doesn't require original signatures for standard annual report filings. The only exception is when you're changing your registered agent—that requires mailing the form with an original signature.
North Carolina Secretary of State
Mailing Address:
North Carolina Secretary of State
Post Office Box 29622
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0622
Physical Address:
2 South Salisbury Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2903
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