How much does it cost to reinstate a Florida LLC?

You typically owe $138.75 per missing annual report year, a $400 late fee per year filed after May 1, plus Florida’s $100 reinstatement filing fee (per the Division of Corporations LLC fee schedule). One missed year is often about $638.75+ ($138.75 + $400 + $100 reinstatement). Two or more delinquent years add another $538.75 per year before the reinstatement fee. Confirm the exact total in Sunbiz at checkout.

Can I reinstate my Florida LLC myself without an attorney?

Yes. Most owners reinstate directly through the official Sunbiz e-filing portal by catching up missing annual reports, paying the fees shown, and submitting the reinstatement application—no attorney is required for a routine administrative reinstatement.

What happens if I never reinstate my Florida LLC?

The LLC remains administratively dissolved and out of good standing with the state. It generally cannot conduct business or enforce contracts with the same entity protections, and members may face ongoing liability exposure while the entity exists in limbo. Over time, the LLC name may become available for another party to register under Florida’s name rules. Reinstatement—or a formal wind-down—is how you close that gap.

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.

Dissolved Florida LLC? Reinstatement Steps & Fees (2026)

Florida filing fees and deadlines verified for 2026 — last reviewed May 2026

Administrative dissolution ends active status—not always the end of the road

Reinstatement is how you ask Florida to restore an administratively dissolved LLC. You typically catch up missing annual reports, pay what Sunbiz shows (often including past-due fees and any mandatory $400 late fees for late-filed years), then file the reinstatement path the portal requires.

Situation and result: deadline, fees, total, and dissolution risk
Situation	Result
Filing deadline	Varies by your last compliant filing — confirm on Sunbiz
Late fee	$138.75 annual report + $400 late fee per year missed
Total due (typical)	One year missed: ~$638.75+ ($100 reinstatement + $138.75 + $400). Confirm exact total on Sunbiz.
Dissolution / status risk	Until reinstated, the LLC generally lacks good standing for state purposes—timeline and processing depend on Sunbiz workload.

Can this be fixed?

In many cases, yes—Florida provides a reinstatement path for administratively dissolved LLCs when you satisfy Sunbiz requirements. Use only official Sunbiz forms and fee pages; this overview is not legal advice.

Reinstatement fees & cost drivers (2026)Official Sunbiz / Division of Corporations (external)

The sections below explain what administrative dissolution usually means, what reinstatement generally involves, and where to confirm current steps. For the $400 late fee after May 1, see the dedicated late-fee guide—then return here for the reinstatement overview.

What is administrative dissolution?

Administrative dissolution means the state has ended the LLC’s active status for noncompliance—such as failing to file the annual report by the third Friday in September. The LLC no longer has good standing until it is reinstated and may not have the same protections for conducting business.

Reinstatement overview

Reinstatement is the process of asking the state to restore the LLC’s active status. It typically involves submitting the required form(s), bringing any missing filings (e.g., annual reports) up to date, and paying reinstatement and other applicable fees. Exact steps and forms are set by the Florida Division of Corporations; use only official Sunbiz resources.

Typical steps (high level)

Steps may include: (1) confirming the reason for dissolution and what the state requires to reinstate; (2) completing any overdue filings (e.g., annual reports) and paying those fees; (3) filing the reinstatement form and paying the reinstatement fee; (4) waiting for the state to process. Always follow the current instructions and forms on Sunbiz.

Timeline implications

How long do you have to reinstate?

If your annual report stays unfiled, Florida can move toward administrative dissolution after the third Friday in September (confirm the exact date for your year on Sunbiz). That ends active status—not a voluntary wind-down—but reinstatement is still available under Florida law: an administratively dissolved LLC may apply to the Department of State after dissolution; there is no fixed “last day” to reinstate in the same way as the annual report cutoff.

The practical urgency is different from the legal window. While dissolved, the LLC stays out of good standing, which can affect contracts, banking, and liability. Your entity name may also become available for others to use after statutory name-protection periods if you do not reinstate. Processing after you file depends on Sunbiz workload—file as soon as you have fees and reports ready.

Check Sunbiz for current processing times once your reinstatement and any overdue annual reports are submitted.

This page is for informational purposes only. Always confirm current reinstatement requirements, forms, and fees on the official Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz) site.

Official references

Related Florida LLC Guides

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FAQ

How much does it cost to reinstate a Florida LLC?: You typically owe $138.75 per missing annual report year, a $400 late fee per year filed after May 1, plus Florida’s $100 reinstatement filing fee (per the Division of Corporations LLC fee schedule). One missed year is often about $638.75+ ($138.75 + $400 + $100 reinstatement). Two or more delinquent years add another $538.75 per year before the reinstatement fee. Confirm the exact total in Sunbiz at checkout.
How long do I have to reinstate a Florida LLC after dissolution?: Administrative dissolution for a missed annual report usually follows continued non-filing through the third Friday in September. Florida law does not set a fixed expiration date to apply for reinstatement—an administratively dissolved LLC may apply to the Department of State after dissolution when it pays outstanding fees and files what Sunbiz requires. Practically, the longer you wait, the longer you stay out of good standing, and your LLC name may become available for others after statutory name-protection periods. File as soon as you can.
Can I reinstate my Florida LLC myself without an attorney?: Yes. Most owners reinstate directly through the official Sunbiz e-filing portal by catching up missing annual reports, paying the fees shown, and submitting the reinstatement application—no attorney is required for a routine administrative reinstatement.
What happens if I never reinstate my Florida LLC?: The LLC remains administratively dissolved and out of good standing with the state. It generally cannot conduct business or enforce contracts with the same entity protections, and members may face ongoing liability exposure while the entity exists in limbo. Over time, the LLC name may become available for another party to register under Florida’s name rules. Reinstatement—or a formal wind-down—is how you close that gap.

Last updated: May 2026

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