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Delaware annual report, 2026 fees
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Delaware annual report cost

Delaware requires annual reports from LLCs and corporations to maintain good standing. LLC annual report fee is $300. Corporation annual report fee is $50. We file your Delaware annual report on time, every time, for $99 one-time + state fee, or $129/year with Compliance Annual Filings (auto-renewing).

Delaware annual report fees

LLC annual report state fee$300/year
Corporation annual report state fee$50/year
Nonprofit annual report state fee$25/year
File.Business one-time filing service$99 + state fee
File.Business Compliance Annual Filings (auto-renewing)$129/year + state fee

What happens if you miss the Delaware annual report deadline

  • Late fees: Delaware typically charges $25-$100 in late fees plus interest.
  • Loss of good standing: Your entity is marked "not in good standing." This blocks loans, contracts, certain license applications.
  • Administrative dissolution: Delaware can dissolve your entity after extended non-compliance, requiring reinstatement fees ($100-$500) and reapplication.
  • Personal liability exposure: Operating a dissolved entity can pierce the liability shield, exposing owners personally.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

How much does the Delaware annual report cost in 2026?
The Delaware annual report state fee for 2026 is shown in the cost breakdown at the top of this page. Delaware fees vary by entity type (LLC vs Corp vs Nonprofit) and entity size. Some Delaware reports also include a franchise tax or business privilege tax in addition to the report fee.
Does Delaware charge different annual report fees for LLCs vs Corporations?
Yes, in many cases. Delaware typically sets different annual report fees for LLCs and Corporations - see the Delaware fee comparison above. Some states also distinguish between domestic (formed in Delaware) and foreign (qualified in Delaware) entities.
Are there any late fees if I miss the Delaware annual report deadline?
Yes. Delaware charges late fees (often 10% of the filing fee + interest) for annual reports filed after the deadline. Extended delinquency can result in administrative dissolution. The cost of late filing + reinstatement far exceeds the cost of filing on time.
Is the Delaware annual report fee tax-deductible?
Yes. Delaware annual report fees, like other state filing fees paid in the ordinary course of business, are deductible as a business expense on your federal income tax return (Schedule C, Form 1120, or Form 1065 depending on entity type). Consult your Delaware CPA for specifics.

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