Colorado LLC Periodic Report (2026)
Understand the main recurring Colorado LLC filing or compliance task for 2026, including deadlines, fees, good standing, and how it differs from federal taxes.
LLC Route Editorial Team
Reviewed against official state and federal resources.
Updated July 27, 2026
Educational guide, not legal or tax advice.
Colorado does not use the phrase “annual report” in the same way some states do. Colorado LLCs file a periodic report every year with the Secretary of State.
Educational note: This guide is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Confirm current deadlines with the Colorado Secretary of State.
Quick answer
| Question | Practical answer |
|---|---|
| Filing name | Periodic Report |
| Filing fee | $25 |
| Late penalty | $50 |
| Filing frequency | Every year |
| Filing window | 5 months around the anniversary month |
| Can agent info be updated? | Yes, the report can update registered agent information |
| Is this a tax return? | No |
Colorado periodic report window
Colorado periodic reports are tied to the LLC’s anniversary month. The practical window is five months:
| Window part | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Opens | Two months before the anniversary month |
| Includes | The anniversary month |
| Closes | Two months after the anniversary month |
Example: if the LLC was formed in June, the window generally runs from April through August.
Do not wait until the last day. Calendar the opening month and file early after confirming the information is current.
What the periodic report updates
The periodic report confirms or updates basic company information, including:
- Principal office street address
- Principal office mailing address
- Registered agent name
- Registered agent street address
- Registered agent mailing address
- Individual causing delivery
- Email and text notification details
The report does not replace tax returns, license renewals, bookkeeping, minutes/consents, or operating agreement amendments.
Late fee and delinquency risk
The Colorado Secretary of State fee schedule lists the periodic report at $25 and a $50 late filing penalty. If the entity becomes delinquent, it can affect good standing and may require cure filings.
The fee is small, but the status issue can be annoying for banks, financing, contracts, and foreign qualification.
Practical calendar setup
Use two reminders:
- First day of the opening month: verify principal office and registered agent information.
- Middle of the anniversary month: file if not already done.
Also use Colorado Secretary of State email/text notifications if appropriate, but do not rely only on one inbox.
Common mistakes
Searching for “annual report” and missing “periodic report”
Colorado’s filing name is periodic report.
Assuming the registered agent handles it
Some registered agent services remind clients, but the LLC remains responsible.
Thinking the report files taxes
It does not. Colorado DOR and IRS tax filings are separate.
Ignoring address changes
The periodic report is a good time to update public-record address and registered agent details.
Periodic report FAQ
How much is the Colorado LLC periodic report?
The fee schedule lists the periodic report at $25.
What is the Colorado periodic report late fee?
The fee schedule lists the late filing penalty at $50.
When is my Colorado LLC periodic report due?
Use the five-month window around the LLC’s anniversary month: two months before, the anniversary month, and two months after.
Is the Colorado periodic report the same as a franchise tax?
No. It is a Secretary of State filing, not a separate LLC franchise tax.
Official resources
- Colorado periodic report help
- Colorado Secretary of State business fee schedule
- Colorado Secretary of State business search
- Colorado registered agent FAQ
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