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California LLC Statement of Information: due date, fee and how to file

When: A Statement of Information is due within 90 days of forming, then every two years by the end of your formation month. California LLCs also pay an $800 yearly tax; the first payment is due by the 15th day of the 4th month after you form.

State fee: $20

Where: California Secretary of State

First due date for an LLC formed in 2026

Find the month you formed your LLC. Later reports are due every two years on the same schedule.

Formed inFirst report due
January 2026Apr 15, 2026
February 2026May 16, 2026
March 2026Jun 13, 2026
April 2026Jul 14, 2026
May 2026Aug 13, 2026
June 2026Sep 13, 2026
July 2026Oct 13, 2026
August 2026Nov 13, 2026
September 2026Dec 14, 2026
October 2026Jan 13, 2027
November 2026Feb 13, 2027
December 2026Mar 15, 2027

Dates assume mid-month formation; for rules tied to your exact formation date, use the day you registered.

What happens if you miss it

Most states add a late fee first. If the Statement of Information stays unfiled, the state can mark your LLC as not in good standing and eventually dissolve it, which can cost you liability protection and your business name.

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For LLCs; corporations can differ. Checked against the state's site, October 2026. Confirm with the state before filing.

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