Rhode Island LLC Annual Report: Requirements, Due Dates & Filing

1. Does Rhode Island Require an LLC Annual Report?

Yes. Rhode Island LLCs are required to file an annual report with the Rhode Island Secretary of State . The requirement starts the calendar year after your LLC registers in Rhode Island.

2. What Rhode Island LLCs Must File Each Year

Most Rhode Island LLCs should plan for this yearly checklist:

Annual compliance checklist

1. Rhode Island LLC Annual Report: file during the state’s annual report filing period
2. Registered Agent continuity: keep your agent/address active so state notices reach you
3. Internal records: maintain your LLC records and key business details
4. Federal tax filing (IRS): depends on SMLLC vs partnership vs S-corp election
5. BOI updates (if applicable): update if beneficial ownership details change

3. What the RI Annual Report Includes (and doesn’t)

Rhode Island’s SOS explains that an annual report is a short, simple form capturing basic business information, and it does not contain financial or ownership information.

Common fields you should expect

1. Principal place of business (not your registered agent’s address)
2. Brief description of the business conducted in Rhode Island
3. NAICS code for your primary business activity
4. Basic LLC details (as requested in the filing form/portal)
5. Authorized filer information (someone authorized by the entity)

Keep it simple: file on time, keep your registered agent active, and store proof of filing.

4. Rhode Island LLC Due Dates & Filing Window

Rhode Island sets an annual filing period for LLC annual reports. For LLCs, the filing period is: February 1 – May 1.

5. Where to File + What You’ll Need

Rhode Island annual reports can be filed online through the state business portal, or filed by mail/in person using the most recently published annual report form.

Where to file

1. Online: Rhode Island Secretary of State business portal (Annual Report → “File Online”)
2. Paper: Use the current form for LLC annual reports ( Form 632 ) and submit by mail or in person
3. Status check: Confirm good standing in the state corporate database before filing if you suspect issues

What you should keep ready

1. Legal LLC name and Rhode Island entity ID (from the corporate database)
2. Principal business address (do not use registered agent address unless it’s truly your principal place of business)
3. Registered agent details
4. Business description + NAICS code

6. How to File the Rhode Island LLC Annual Report (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Confirm your entity status

If your LLC is not in good standing (revoked), Rhode Island notes you may need to take additional steps before filing the annual report. Start by checking your entity in the state corporate database.

Step 2: Gather your annual report details

Prepare your principal place of business, registered agent details, business description, and NAICS code. Keeping these ready prevents errors and delays.

Step 3: File online (recommended) or use Form 632 for paper filing

Rhode Island allows annual reports to be filed online, by mail, or in person. If using paper, use the most recently published LLC annual report form (Form 632).

Step 4: Pay the fee and save proof

Save your confirmation/receipt and a copy of what you submitted. This helps with banking, payment processors, and future compliance reviews.

7. Tips to Stay Compliant

• Set a yearly reminder for Feb 1 (window opens) and May 1 (deadline)
• Don’t list your registered agent address as your principal place of business unless it truly is
• Keep your NAICS code and business description consistent year-to-year
• Store confirmations/receipts and the final annual report copy

8. Fees, Late Penalties & Good Standing

• State filing fee (LLC annual report): $50
• Late penalty: $25 applied starting June 1
• Online fees: Enhanced access fee listed by the state, plus an additional online filing fee
• Good standing impact: Missing filings can create compliance flags that later cause issues with banks and payment platforms

9. Federal Compliance That Impacts RI LLCs

1. Federal Income Tax Return (IRS)

Your federal return depends on classification: 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)

An EIN is commonly used for banking, hiring, and payment processing. Keep your IRS EIN confirmation accessible.

3. BOI updates (Corporate Transparency)

If ownership or key information changes, you may need to update BOI (where applicable). This is separate from the Rhode Island annual report.

4. Other recurring federal obligations

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

10. Conclusion

Rhode Island LLCs must file an annual report each year within the February 1 – May 1 filing window. Filing on time helps you maintain good standing and prevents late penalties and verification issues.

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.