Arizona LLC Annual Report
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Arizona does not require LLCs to file a recurring annual report. Here is what that means and which obligations remain.
Arizona does not require LLCs to file a recurring annual report with the state, which makes it one of the lighter jurisdictions for ongoing compliance. That does not mean zero obligations: you still need to keep your registered agent current, pay any applicable taxes, and follow any tax-agency filing rules.
What the report is for
In states that do require reports, the filing updates addresses, managers, and the registered agent. In Arizona, keeping the public record accurate falls to amendments and agent-change filings made when something actually changes.
Cost and frequency
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Filing frequency | No recurring report |
| Filing fee | Not applicable |
| Cost per year, averaged | $0 |
| National median cost per year | $35 |
When it is due
There is no annual report deadline for Arizona LLCs. Set a yearly reminder anyway to review your registered agent, addresses, and tax registrations.
What information to have ready
- LLC name and state file number
- Principal office and mailing addresses
- Names and addresses of managers or members, depending on the state
- Registered agent name and street address
- Officer or organizer signature and contact details
Late and missed filings
Because no report is due, there is no report penalty. Late tax filings, expired registered agents, and unpaid entity-level taxes are the risks to watch.
Arizona LLC at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Filing office | Arizona Corporation Commission |
| LLC filing fee | $50 |
| Annual report | Not required |
| Franchise or entity tax | None |
| State personal income tax | Yes |
| Corporation filing fee (for comparison) | $60 |
Arizona specific notes
Arizona is filed with the Arizona Corporation Commission (not the Secretary of State). Most counties require publication of formation notice in a newspaper for three consecutive weeks; Maricopa and Pima counties are exempt. Arizona has no annual report requirement for LLCs.
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