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South Carolinan annual report, 2026 fees
Annual report cost in South Carolina

South Carolinan annual report cost

South Carolinan LLCs do NOT file an annual report. Corporations file Schedule C-CL with their state income tax return. LLC annual report state fee in South Carolina is $0 (the state does not charge for LLC reports). Our standard service fee of $99 applies. Corporation annual report state fee in South Carolina is $25/year. Our standard service fee of $99 applies on top. We file your South Carolinan annual report on time, every time, for $99 one-time + state fee, or $129/year with Compliance Annual Filings (auto-renewing).

South Carolinan annual report fees

LLC annual report state fee$0 (state does not charge)
Corporation annual report state fee$25/year
Nonprofit annual report state fee$0 (state does not charge)
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 South Carolinan annual report deadline

  • Late fees: South Carolina 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: South Carolina 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 South Carolina annual report cost in 2026?
The South Carolina annual report state fee for 2026 is shown in the cost breakdown at the top of this page. South Carolina fees vary by entity type (LLC vs Corp vs Nonprofit) and entity size. Some South Carolina reports also include a franchise tax or business privilege tax in addition to the report fee.
Does South Carolina charge different annual report fees for LLCs vs Corporations?
Yes, in many cases. South Carolina typically sets different annual report fees for LLCs and Corporations - see the South Carolina fee comparison above. Some states also distinguish between domestic (formed in South Carolina) and foreign (qualified in South Carolina) entities.
Are there any late fees if I miss the South Carolina annual report deadline?
Yes. South Carolina 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 South Carolina annual report fee tax-deductible?
Yes. South Carolina 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 South Carolina CPA for specifics.

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