Missed the May 1 Deadline?
You now owe a $400 late fee. Total cost to file is $538.75. You can still file through Sunbiz and restore your LLC.
Florida LLC Annual Report Deadline 2026
Missed the Deadline?
- You now owe a $400 late fee.
- Total cost is $538.75.
- You can still file and restore compliance.
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).
Florida LLC Annual Report Cost (2026)
| Scenario | Total |
|---|---|
| File before May 1 | $138.75 |
| File after May 1 | $538.75 |
| Mandatory late fee (after deadline) | $400 |
The May 1, 2026 on-time window has passed; filing now still requires the $400 late fee until your report is filed (per Sunbiz).
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.
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The Florida LLC annual report deadline for 2026 is May 1, 2026 (11:59 PM Eastern). Missing the deadline can lead to late fees and, in some cases, administrative dissolution of your LLC. Filing on time keeps your business in good standing with the state.
This guide covers Florida LLC annual reports filed through Sunbiz (the Florida Division of Corporations), not city or county CAFR financial report deadlines.
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.
Florida LLC annual report deadline (2026)
Due date: May 1, 2026 (11:59 PM Eastern). The state recommends filing early to avoid last-minute issues and to ensure your submission is processed before the deadline.
Fees (per Sunbiz / Florida Dept of State, as of current information): On-time filing (Jan 1 through May 1) is $138.75. After May 1, a mandatory late fee of $400 applies, for a total of $538.75. The late fee cannot be waived or abated per Sunbiz instructions. Always confirm current amounts on the official sites linked below.
What happens if you miss the deadline?
Filing after May 1, 2026 results in a mandatory $400 late fee and a total $538.75. If the report remains unfiled, failure to file by the third Friday in September can lead to administrative dissolution or revocation of the LLC, per Sunbiz instructions. To avoid penalties and maintain good standing, file by the due date or as soon as possible if you have already missed it. See: Florida LLC Annual Report Late Fee 2026 · Already missed the deadline? What happens next.
Where to file
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.