Massachusetts LLC Annual Report
Your Massachusetts LLC must file its Annual Report every year — on or before the anniversary date of the certificate of organization. Miss it and you risk penalties and loss of good standing. Incofile tracks the deadline and files it for you.
Massachusetts at a glance
When is the Massachusetts LLC annual report due?
Massachusetts LLCs file the Annual Report every year: On or before the anniversary date of the certificate of organization.
How much does it cost?
The state fee is $500. If Incofile files for you, our service fee is $99 plus the state fee, shown before you pay.
| Entity | Report | How often | State fee | Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LLC | Annual Report | Annual | $500.00 | On or before the anniversary date of the certificate of organization |
| Corporation | Annual Report | Annual | $100.00 | Within 2.5 months after fiscal year end (March 15 for calendar year) |
Source: Secretary of the Commonwealth, Corporations Division. State fees and due rules change — confirm before filing.
How to file the Massachusetts annual report
- Know your deadline
On or before the anniversary date of the certificate of organization. Put it in your calendar the day the company is formed — many states do not send paper reminders.
- Gather the details
Company name and state file number, principal office address, registered agent name and address, and the names and addresses of managers or members (officers and directors for a corporation).
- File with the Secretary of the Commonwealth, Corporations Division
Most states accept the report online; some still allow mail. Pay the state fee by card or e-check and keep the confirmation.
- Or let Incofile file it
Order the filing, confirm the pre-filled details in your client portal, and we submit it, pay the state fee on your behalf and store the receipt. We also remind you before the next one.
What happens if you miss it?
Beyond the penalty itself, a late or missing report puts the company out of good standing: banks and partners can refuse to deal with it, and if it stays unfiled the state can administratively dissolve the company. Reinstatement is always more expensive than filing on time.
Other ongoing requirements for a Massachusetts LLC
- Annual report: $500 per year — Required every year by your anniversary date.
- Registered agent: keep a Massachusetts registered agent on file at all times. See Massachusetts registered agent rules.
- Federal taxes: file your federal return every year; single-member LLCs owned by non-US residents also file Form 5472 with a pro-forma 1120.
- Licences and sales tax: renew any state or local licence and file sales-tax returns on the schedule your registration sets.
Never miss a Massachusetts deadline again
Incofile tracks every Massachusetts filing in your client portal, reminds you ahead of time and files on request — so you can focus on the business.
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Massachusetts annual report — frequently asked questions
When is the Massachusetts LLC annual report due?
On or before the anniversary date of the certificate of organization. It is filed every year. Incofile sends reminders before the deadline and can file it for you.
How much is the Massachusetts annual report fee?
The state fee is $500. If Incofile files for you, our service fee is $99 plus the state fee.
What happens if I file the Massachusetts annual report late?
Late filings typically attract a penalty, loss of good standing and, if ignored, administrative dissolution. Reinstatement costs more than filing on time — set a reminder or let Incofile handle it.
Who files the annual report — me or Incofile?
Either. You can file directly with the Secretary of the Commonwealth, Corporations Division, or order Incofile's annual report filing and we prepare it, confirm the details with you, file it and store the confirmation in your client portal.
Is the annual report the same as my tax return?
No. The annual report keeps your company's record current with the state (addresses, agent, officers). Federal and state tax returns are separate filings with the IRS and the state revenue department.
Is it different for a Massachusetts corporation?
Yes. Massachusetts corporations file the Annual Report (annual, $100.00). Due: Within 2.5 months after fiscal year end (March 15 for calendar year).