Florida LLC Annual Report Deadline 2026
Florida filing fees and deadlines verified for 2026 — last reviewed May 2026
The May 1, 2026 on-time window has closed
A late-filed 2026 annual report on Sunbiz typically adds a mandatory $400 late fee to the $138.75 filing fee ($538.75 total). You can still file online; waiting increases the risk the report remains unfiled into the state’s late-year enforcement window.
| Situation | Result |
|---|---|
| Filing deadline | May 1, 2026 — 11:59 PM Eastern (passed for on-time filing) |
| Late fee | $400 (mandatory after May 1, per Sunbiz / FL DOS) |
| Total due (typical) | $538.75 ($138.75 + $400) when filed after the deadline |
| Dissolution / status risk | Extended non-filing: September dissolution window (confirm on Sunbiz). |
Can this be fixed?
Yes. File through the official Sunbiz e-filing portal, pay the total shown at checkout, and keep your confirmation. If you are unsure what you owe, confirm the live amount on Sunbiz before paying.
On-time window closed; confirm what you owe on Sunbiz before filing.
What is the Florida LLC late fee in 2026?
The Florida LLC late fee is $400 if the annual report is filed after May 1, 2026. The normal filing fee is $138.75, so the total cost after the deadline is $538.75.
Want a reminder before May 1?
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Short answer: Your 2026 Florida LLC annual report is due May 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern on Sunbiz. File on time for $138.75; after May 1, expect a mandatory $400 late fee ($538.75 total in the usual case). If the report stays unfiled into fall, Florida can move toward administrative dissolution.
Sunbiz LLC annual reports only—not city or county CAFR financial reports.
Florida Deadline Risk Check
Not sure if your 2026 annual report is handled? Do a quick check before the May 1 deadline.
This is a self-check for general guidance — it does not look up your filing in Sunbiz.
May 1, 2026 — Florida LLC annual report deadline (11:59 PM Eastern).
What is the Florida LLC annual report?
The Florida LLC annual report is a yearly filing that keeps your LLC’s information current with the Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz). It typically includes your registered agent, principal address, and member or manager details. It is not a financial or tax report; it is an informational update.
When is the Florida LLC annual report due in 2026?
May 1, 2026 — 11:59 PM Eastern. Filing opens January 1; many owners file in Q1 to avoid last-minute Sunbiz issues.
- On time (through May 1): $138.75
- After May 1: $400 late fee + $138.75 = $538.75 (typical late total)
- Waiver: Sunbiz states the $400 late fee cannot be waived
Confirm live amounts on Sunbiz before you pay.
What happens if you miss the Florida LLC deadline?
Yes, you can still file after May 1—but Sunbiz adds the $400 late fee at checkout. Your LLC is not usually dissolved the next day; the bigger risk is leaving the report unfiled into the late-summer window (often the third Friday in September on Sunbiz guidance).
File as soon as you can if you are already late. See: Florida LLC Annual Report Late Fee 2026 · Already missed the deadline? What happens next.
Can you still file after May 1?
Yes. Use the official Sunbiz e-filing portal. You will pay the late total shown at checkout—confirm the amount before submitting.
- Open Sunbiz annual report e-filing
- Pull up your LLC by document number
- Update registered agent and addresses if needed
- Pay and save your confirmation
Where to file (official Sunbiz)
File your Florida LLC annual report through the official state portal: Sunbiz (dos.fl.gov/sunbiz/). Use only the state’s official site to submit your report and pay any fees.
This page is for informational purposes—always confirm current fees and rules on the official Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz) site.
Why a simple calendar reminder often isn’t enough
A one-off calendar ping can work in the short term, but state deadlines tend to outlast that setup.
- It is easy to set a reminder once—and just as easy for it to get lost as priorities change.
- Florida’s annual report comes back every year, so the work is recurring, not a single event.
- Missing a filing can mean extra fees or headaches with entity status down the line.
- If you have more than one deadline or business, manual reminders get harder to maintain and update.
ComplianceGuard helps track these deadlines automatically so you don’t have to rebuild your reminder system every year.
Quick compliance checklist
- Know the May 1 deadline (11:59 PM Eastern).
- File your Florida LLC annual report through Sunbiz.
- Pay the required fee shown at filing (confirm current amount on the official site).
- Confirm submission and keep your confirmation for your records.
- Track next year now so you are not rebuilding the habit from scratch.
The hard part is not doing this once — it’s remembering it again next year.
What a missed filing can cost
A one-time reminder might help once. ComplianceGuard is built to keep recurring deadlines from slipping through the cracks year after year.
Official references
Related Florida LLC Guides
- Florida LLC compliance deadlines hub (2026)—May 1, $400 late fee, reinstatement
- Florida LLC Annual Report Fee ($138.75 + $400 Late Fee Breakdown)
- Florida LLC Late Fee 2026 ($400 Penalty Explained)
- Missed the Florida LLC annual report deadline—what happens next
- How to File Your Florida LLC Annual Report (Step-by-Step)
- How to Reinstate a Florida LLC After Dissolution
- Florida LLC Reinstatement Fee 2026 ($400 + $138.75)
Avoid the $400 Late Fee
Filing late can cost $538.75 total due to a mandatory $400 late fee (per Sunbiz / Florida Dept of State).
ComplianceGuard sends reminder emails before your deadlines so you can file on time. Add your Florida LLC annual report due date and get a heads-up before May 1.
ComplianceGuard provides reminders only and does not file on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Florida LLC annual report deadline for 2026?
- The deadline is May 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern. Filing opens January 1, and the state recommends filing early to avoid last-minute issues.
- What is the Florida LLC annual report filing fee?
- The on-time filing fee is $138.75. If you file after May 1, a mandatory $400 late fee is added, bringing the total to $538.75. See our late fee guide for the full breakdown.
- What happens if I miss the Florida LLC annual report deadline?
- Filing after May 1 triggers a mandatory $400 late fee (total $538.75). If the report remains unfiled past the third Friday in September, the state can administratively dissolve your LLC.
- Can the $400 late fee be waived?
- No. Per Sunbiz and the Florida Department of State, the $400 late fee cannot be waived, reduced, or abated under any circumstances. Filing by May 1 is the only way to avoid it.
- How do I set a reminder for my Florida LLC annual report?
- Sign up for ComplianceGuard (free, no credit card required) and add your annual report deadline. You'll get email reminders at 30 days, 7 days, and 1 day before the due date.
Last updated: May 2026