Pennsylvania LLC Annual Report: Requirements, Due Dates & Filing

1. Does Pennsylvania Require an LLC Annual Report?

Yes. Pennsylvania created a new Annual Report requirement that began in 2025, as confirmed by the Pennsylvania Department of State . Most domestic and foreign filing associations must file—this includes Pennsylvania LLCs. The report is primarily a business information update (addresses, responsible persons, entity number, etc.).

2. What Pennsylvania LLCs Must File Each Year

Most Pennsylvania LLCs should plan for a simple compliance checklist each year. Typically:

Annual compliance checklist (common)

1. Pennsylvania Annual Report (Department of State): yearly filing window for LLCs runs Jan 1 – Sept 30
2. Registered Office / Registered Agent: keep your registered office/provider current so you receive notices
3. Federal tax return (IRS): depends on SMLLC vs partnership vs S-corp election
4. Local taxes & licensing (if applicable): city/local rules vary depending on where you operate
5. Bookkeeping + records: keep clean records for banks, payment processors, and audits

3. What the PA Annual Report Includes (No Financials)

Pennsylvania’s annual report is focused on current business registration details—not financial statements, per official guidance from the PA Department of State . In simple words: it keeps your public company record up to date.

Common information included

1. Business name
2. Jurisdiction of formation
3. Registered office address
4. Principal office address
5. Name of at least one “governor” (for an LLC: a manager or member with management responsibility)
6. Names and titles of principal officers (if any)
7. PA entity number

Quick clarity: financial information is generally not required for Pennsylvania’s annual report—this is a business info filing.

4. Pennsylvania LLC Due Date + Filing Window

Pennsylvania uses a yearly filing window based on your entity type. For LLCs, the annual report filing window is January 1 – September 30, as listed in the official Pennsylvania business filing portal . That means your practical deadline each year is September 30.

5. Where to File + What You’ll Need

Pennsylvania Annual Reports are typically filed through the Department of State’s Business Filing Services online portal (Business Filing Services). Online filing is recommended because it pre-populates details already on file and is processed quickly.

What you should keep ready

1. Legal LLC name and Pennsylvania entity number
2. Registered office address (or your Commercial Registered Office Provider details)
3. Principal office address
4. Name of at least one governor (member/manager)
5. Principal officers (if applicable)
6. A card for payment of the filing fee (if fee applies)

Why founders use a compliance service

1. Avoid missed deadlines and good-standing issues
2. Reduce rejections due to wrong addresses or missing “governor” details
3. Keep clean records for banking and payment processors

6. How to File the PA Annual Report (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Log in to Pennsylvania’s Business Filing Services portal

Create an account if needed, then log in and search for your business in the state’s business search.

Step 2: Select “File Annual Report” for your LLC

The annual report form is designed to pull in current details on record (helpful to avoid mistakes).

Step 3: Confirm/update your details

Make sure your registered office and principal office are accurate and that you list at least one governor (member/manager). Use information that is current as of the filing date.

Step 4: Pay the fee (if applicable) and download proof

Most for-profit LLCs pay a $7 fee, as published by the Pennsylvania Department of State . After processing, download your filed report and acknowledgement letter for your compliance folder.

7. Tips to Stay Compliant

• Set a recurring reminder for September 30 every year (file earlier if possible)
• Keep your registered office/provider details updated so you receive official notices
• Store acknowledgement letters and proof of filing
• Review your member/manager/governor details annually for accuracy

8. Fees, Penalties & Good Standing

• Annual report fee: Typically $7 for for-profit LLCs
• Nonprofit-purpose LLCs: fee may be $0 (if applicable)
• Late/non-filing risk: can lead to loss of good standing and (eventually) administrative action
• Good standing impact: affects banking, payment platforms, and vendor onboarding

9. Federal Compliance That Impacts PA LLCs

1. Federal tax return (IRS)

Your Pennsylvania LLC’s federal tax filing depends on classification, as outlined by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) : single-member LLCs often report on the owner’s return, partnerships file an informational return, and S-corp elections follow S-corp filing rules.

2. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

Many LLCs use an EIN to open bank accounts, hire employees, and work with payment processors.

3. BOI updates (Corporate Transparency)

If your ownership or key information changes, you may need to update federal beneficial ownership information (where applicable). This BOI report is separate from Pennsylvania’s annual report and is filed with FinCEN under the Corporate Transparency Act .

4. Other recurring federal obligations

• Payroll tax filings if the LLC has employees
• Information returns (such as 1099 forms) when required
• Keeping clean bookkeeping for audits, banking, and compliance reviews

10. Conclusion

The biggest takeaway: Pennsylvania LLCs have a yearly Annual Report requirement starting in 2025. For LLCs, the deadline is typically September 30 each year.

With FormLLC, you can stay compliant without confusion—our team helps you follow the right schedule, file correctly, and keep your business in good standing.