Pennsylvania businesses must file an annual report each year with the Pennsylvania Department of State. This guide explains who needs to file, deadlines by entity type, what information is required, and how to file online.It is written for Pennsylvania LLC, corporation, limited partnership, and limited liability partnership owners who want to understand the annual report requirement introduced under Act 122. You will find the filing deadlines, what to prepare before you start, and step-by-step instructions for submitting your report through the state portal.
Key highlights
- Administrative dissolution, termination, or cancellation for non-filers is scheduled to begin with reports due in 2027.
- Pennsylvania introduced a mandatory annual report requirement in 2025 under Act 122, replacing the previous decennial filing system for many business entities.
- Deadlines vary by entity type: June 30 for corporations, September 30 for LLCs, and December 31 for LPs, LLPs, business trusts, professional associations, and other covered entities.
- The annual report fee is $7 for business corporations, LLCs, LPs, and LLPs. Pennsylvania lists a $0 fee for nonprofit corporations and certain not-for-profit LPs or LLCs.
- Annual reports are typically filed online through the Pennsylvania Department of State’s Business Filing Services portal at file.dos.pa.gov.
Table of contents
- What is Pennsylvania’s annual report requirement?
- Deadlines by entity type
- What information do you need to include?
- How to file your Pennsylvania annual report online
- LLC vs. corporation: key differences
- Common mistakes to avoid when filing your Pennsylvania annual report
- What happens if you miss the deadline?
- Frequently asked questions
- Let us handle the filing for you
What is Pennsylvania’s annual report requirement?
Pennsylvania introduced its annual report requirement under Act 122, which was signed into law in 2022. The first annual reports were due starting in 2025.
Before this change, Pennsylvania used a decennial filing system, which required many businesses to file once every 10 years. Act 122 repealed that system for covered entities and replaced it with an annual report requirement. Most registered business entities must file, including domestic and foreign LLCs, business corporations, nonprofit corporations, limited partnerships, limited liability partnerships, professional associations, and business trusts. The report is filed with the Pennsylvania Department of State through the Business Filing Services portal at file.dos.pa.gov.
Deadlines by entity type
Your Pennsylvania annual report deadline depends on your entity type. Use the table below before you start your filing.
| Entity Type | Annual filing window | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Business corporations, domestic and foreign | January 1 to June 30 | June 30 |
| Nonprofit corporations, domestic and foreign | January 1 to June 30 | June 30 |
| Limited liability companies (LLCs), domestic and foreign | January 1 to September 30 | September 30 |
| Limited partnerships (LPs) | January 1 to December 31 | December 31 |
| Limited liability partnerships (LLPs) | January 1 to December 31 | December 31 |
The state filing fee is $7 for business corporations, LLCs, LPs, and LLPs. Pennsylvania lists a $0 fee for nonprofit corporations and certain LPs or LLCs with a not-for-profit purpose. (pa.gov)
Administrative dissolution, termination, or cancellation for non-filers is scheduled to begin with reports due in 2027. Until then, late or missing annual reports can still affect your ability to obtain a certificate of good standing and may cause your business to appear non-compliant in state records.
What information do you need to include?
The Pennsylvania annual report is not a tax filing and does not ask for financial information. It is a state filing that updates basic public record information for your business.
Required information generally includes:
- Business name
- Jurisdiction of formation
- Registered office address
- Principal office address
- Pennsylvania Department of State entity number
- Name of at least one governor
- Names and titles of principal officers, if any
“Governors” depends on your entity type:
- LLCs: members or managers, depending on the management structure
- Corporations: directors and officers
- LPs: general partners
- LLPs: partners
Before you file, verify that your registered office, registered agent information, principal office address, and governor details are current in your records. This is a simple step, but it helps prevent avoidable problems during filing.
If your registered agent, registered office, or principal address has changed since formation or since your last state filing, update that information before submitting the annual report. Outdated information can slow down the process, create notice issues, or lead to corrections after submission.
How to file your Pennsylvania annual report online
Pennsylvania annual reports are typically filed online through the Pennsylvania Department of State’s Business Filing Services portal. From navigating complicated government portals to taking upwards of 45 minutes, these five steps can guide you to file your Pennsylvania annual report on your own. At US Filing Services we can complete all these steps in five minutes or less so you can get back to focusing on what matters most: your business.
Step 1: Go to file.dos.pa.gov and log in
Go to file.dos.pa.gov and log in to your Business Filing Services account. If you do not already have an account, create a free account before starting the filing.
You will need your business’s entity number. You can usually find this number on your formation or registration documents. You can also search for your business through the Pennsylvania business search in the state portal.
Step 2: Select annual reports
From your dashboard, select the annual report filing option. Search for your business by legal name or entity number.
Searching by entity number is usually the safest option. It helps you avoid selecting the wrong business if another entity has a similar name.
Step 3: Review your pre-filled business information
The online form may include information already on file with the Pennsylvania Department of State. Review it before moving forward.
Check these items carefully:
- Legal business name
- Entity number
- Principal office address
- Registered office or registered agent information
- Governor names and addresses
- Principal officer names and titles, if applicable
Do not assume the pre-filled information is still correct. If your business has moved, changed managers, added or removed officers, appointed a new registered agent, or updated its registered office, make sure the annual report reflects current information before you submit it.
Step 4: Complete all required fields for your entity type
Complete every required field in the annual report form. Do not leave fields blank if they are required for your entity type.
For LLCs, this may include member or manager information. For corporations, this may include directors and officers. For LPs and LLPs, the governor information will depend on the structure of the entity.
Review names and addresses before submitting. Typos can make your public record harder to verify later.
Step 5: Pay, submit, and save your confirmation
Pay the applicable state fee through the portal. The annual report fee is $7 for business corporations, LLCs, LPs, and LLPs. Pennsylvania lists a $0 fee for nonprofit corporations and certain not-for-profit LPs or LLCs.
Check the payment screen before submitting. The Pennsylvania Department of State generally treats filing fees as nonrefundable, including for rejected filings.
After you submit the filing, save your confirmation number. You should also download or save any acknowledgment, receipt, or filed report available in your Business Filing Services dashboard.
Pennsylvania states that annual reports filed online are approved automatically, and approved documents are usually available within minutes.
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See our Pennsylvania filing servicesLLC vs. corporation: key differences
The main differences between filing for a Pennsylvania LLC and a Pennsylvania corporation are the filing deadline and the governor information required.
| LLC | Corporation | |
|---|---|---|
| Filing deadline | September 30 | June 30 |
| Governor information required | Members or managers | Directors and officers |
| State filing fee | $7 | $7 for business corporations, $0 for nonprofit corporations |
| Portal | file.dos.pa.gov | file.dos.pa.gov |
All Pennsylvania corporations, including business and nonprofit corporations, domestic and foreign, share the June 30 annual report deadline. LLCs, domestic and foreign, share the September 30 deadline.
Common mistakes to avoid when filing your Pennsylvania annual report
1. Missing your entity’s deadline
Each entity type has a different filing window. LLCs have until September 30, while corporations must file by June 30.
Do not assume the same deadline applies to every Pennsylvania business. Check your entity type first, then use the correct filing window.
2. Filing under the wrong entity name or number
Your legal business name in the Business Filing Services portal should match your Pennsylvania Department of State record. Small differences, such as leaving off “LLC,” using an old business name, or entering a punctuation variation, can create confusion.
When possible, search by entity number instead of name. This helps reduce the chance of selecting a similarly named business.
3. Using outdated registered agent or registered office information
If your registered agent, registered office, or principal office address has changed, review your state record before filing. Outdated information can create problems if the Department of State or another party needs to send official notices.
The annual report is a good time to confirm that the public record reflects your current business information.
4. Leaving governor information incomplete
Pennsylvania requires governor information. For LLCs, that means members or managers, depending on the LLC’s management structure. For corporations, that generally means directors and officers.
Incomplete governor information can delay the filing or create the need for corrections. Gather this information before starting the online form.
5. Not updating your records before filing
Review your registered office, registered agent information, principal address, and governor details before you start. Corrections made mid-filing can slow the process and increase the chance of errors.
Keep a simple internal checklist so each annual report uses current information.
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What happens if you miss the deadline?
Businesses that miss the Pennsylvania annual report deadline may fall out of good standing with the Pennsylvania Department of State. In the near term, this can create practical issues for business owners.
For example:
- You may not be able to obtain a certificate of good standing, which is often needed for loans, contracts, financing, licensing, or expansion into another state.
- Your business may appear as non-compliant in Pennsylvania business search results.
- You may need to complete the missed filing before moving forward with certain state record updates.
Administrative dissolution, termination, or cancellation for non-filers is scheduled to begin with reports due in 2027 under Act 122. Pennsylvania has stated that failure to file an annual report will result in administrative dissolution, termination, or cancellation of the business registration starting in 2027.
Businesses that are administratively dissolved, terminated, or cancelled may apply for reinstatement, but the process can involve additional filings and fees. Filing on time is the simplest way to keep the business record active and avoid extra steps later.
If you have missed a deadline or are not sure about your filing status, our team can help you get caught up and back in good standing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Pennsylvania require an annual report?
Yes. Pennsylvania introduced a mandatory annual report requirement under Act 122, which was signed into law in 2022. The first annual reports were due starting in 2025.
Most LLCs, corporations, LPs, LLPs, and other registered domestic and foreign entities in Pennsylvania must file each year. Sole proprietorships and general partnerships that operate only under a fictitious name are not required to file an annual report.
How much does the Pennsylvania annual report cost?
The Pennsylvania annual report fee is $7 for business corporations, LLCs, LPs, and LLPs. Pennsylvania lists a $0 fee for nonprofit corporations and certain LPs or LLCs with a not-for-profit purpose.
There are no late fees currently listed for the annual report. Administrative dissolution, termination, or cancellation for non-filers is scheduled to begin with reports due in 2027.
What is the deadline for a Pennsylvania LLC annual report?
Pennsylvania LLCs, domestic and foreign, must file their annual report between January 1 and September 30 each year. The filing deadline is September 30.
Single-member LLCs must also file. Pennsylvania notes that LLCs with only one owner are not treated as sole proprietorships for this requirement.
What is the deadline for a Pennsylvania corporation annual report?
Pennsylvania corporations, including business and nonprofit corporations, domestic and foreign, must file their annual report between January 1 and June 30 each year. The filing deadline is June 30.
This deadline applies to both business corporations and nonprofit corporations.
How do I file a Pennsylvania annual report?
You can file online through the Pennsylvania Department of State’s Business Filing Services portal at file.dos.pa.gov. If you don’t feel like navigating through government multi-step portals, US Filing Services can file for you in 5 minutes or less.
Do I need to renew my LLC every year in Pennsylvania?
Yes. As of 2025, Pennsylvania LLCs must file an annual report each year with the Pennsylvania Department of State. This replaced the old decennial filing system for covered entities.
The annual report is not a tax filing. It is a state filing that updates your business’s public record.
What happens if I do not file my Pennsylvania annual report?
Missing the deadline can put your business out of good standing. You may not be able to obtain a certificate of good standing, which is commonly required for loans, contracts, licensing, and other business transactions.
Administrative dissolution, termination, or cancellation for non-filers is scheduled to begin with reports due in 2027 under Act 122.
What information is in a Pennsylvania annual report?
The report includes your business name, jurisdiction of formation, registered office address, principal office address, Department of State entity number, and governor information. Depending on entity type, governors may include members, managers, directors, officers, or partners.
Pennsylvania states that the annual report does not require financial information.
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