Administrative Dissolution

Now, that you have reviewed the NOG, it’s time to submit delinquent annual reports. The following section explains how to file an annual report with the NC Secretary of State’s Office.

Annual Report Filing

Introduction

The purpose of this manual is to provide guidance to those interested in filing an annual report with the North Carolina Secretary of State. It includes step-by-step instructions for filing annual reports online with the North Carolina Secretary of State’s Office. The manual is intended for businesses and corporations in North Carolina.

Background

Every business corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, and limited liability limited partnership is required to file an annual report with the Secretary of State’s Office. The annual report provides the state with updated information about the business, including its ownership structure, financial status, and other details. Filing an annual report is important because it helps the state maintain accurate records of businesses operating within its jurisdiction.

If a business ignores the requirement to file an annual report, the state may dissolve the business.

Requirements

To file an annual report with the North Carolina Secretary of State, you can either file it online or by mail. The online process is simple and involves the step-by-step instructions outlined in this book.

The annual report filing fee for different business entities can be found at Forms (sosnc.gov).

The deadline for filing the annual report is April 15th of each year.