Connecticut LLC Annual Report (2026)
Understand the main recurring Connecticut 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 28, 2026
Educational guide, not legal or tax advice.
Connecticut LLCs file an annual report with the Secretary of the State every year. The report fee is $80, and the normal filing window is January 1 through March 31.
Educational note: This guide is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Confirm current deadlines with the Connecticut Secretary of the State.
Quick answer
| Question | Practical answer |
|---|---|
| Filing name | Annual Report |
| Filing fee | $80 |
| Filing window | January 1 through March 31 |
| Filed online? | Yes |
| Is it a tax return? | No |
| Does it replace DRS filings? | No |
| Should inactive LLCs file? | Yes, unless properly dissolved or not required |
What the annual report is for
The annual report keeps Connecticut’s business record current. It is not a federal return, Connecticut income tax return, sales tax return, payroll filing, or local license renewal.
Expect to review or update information such as:
- Principal office information
- Business email or contact information
- NAICS/business activity information
- Registered agent information
- Member or manager information
- Business addresses
Review address fields carefully because public records can expose information the owner did not expect to publish.
Filing calendar
| Date | What to do |
|---|---|
| January 1 | Filing window opens |
| February | File if information is ready |
| March 31 | Filing window closes |
| After March 31 | Entity can become noncompliant and eventually risk administrative action |
Use more than one reminder. Relying only on an email notice is risky if the inbox changes or messages go to spam.
Annual report vs taxes
| Requirement | Filed with |
|---|---|
| Annual report | Connecticut Secretary of the State |
| Sales and use tax returns | Connecticut DRS |
| Withholding tax | Connecticut DRS |
| Federal income tax | IRS |
| Local permits | Local or industry agencies |
The $80 report does not pay Connecticut income tax, sales tax, withholding, or federal tax.
Common mistakes
Thinking “annual report” means accounting report
It is a business-record filing, not financial statements for most small LLCs.
Missing the January-March window
Calendar it every year, even if the LLC has no revenue.
Assuming a registered agent files it
Registered agent providers may remind you, but the LLC is responsible.
Forgetting address privacy
Review member, manager, principal office, and registered agent information before submitting.
Annual report FAQ
How much is the Connecticut LLC annual report?
The Connecticut LLC annual report fee is $80.
When is the Connecticut LLC annual report due?
It is filed online each year from January 1 through March 31.
Is the annual report the same as Connecticut taxes?
No. Taxes are separate.
Do I file an annual report in the year I form?
Connecticut guidance generally ties annual reports to the annual filing cycle after formation. Check the online record for the exact filing requirement after the LLC is created.
Official resources
- Connecticut annual report information
- Connecticut domestic LLC forms and fees
- Connecticut business records search
- Connecticut DRS register your business
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