Understanding Annual Reports for Massachusetts Businesses
Part of becoming a business entity in Massachusetts involves registering with the Secretary of the Commonwealth. Once registered, that status must be maintained through annual filings—specifically, the Annual Report. YourQBGuru can do this for you!
Filing your Annual Report ensures your business remains in good standing and gives you the opportunity to update important information such as:
- Business address
- Mailing address
- Board members or officers
- Registered agent and office
📅 When Are Annual Reports Due?
Due dates depend on your business entity type:
- LLCs (Limited Liability Companies):
Due on the anniversary of your formation date each year. - Corporations (Domestic or Foreign):
Due annually by March 15th. - Nonprofits:
Due 5 months after the close of your fiscal year. For most nonprofits (with a June 30 year-end), that’s November 1st.
⚠️ Tip for foreign corporations: If your company originated outside of Massachusetts you will also need to file an annual report in the state originated.
📝 How Do You File Your Annual Report in MA?
Follow these steps to file:
- Search your entity:
Go to the Massachusetts Corporate Database Search and find your business.
Review the information and note any updates that need to be made. - Log in to the filing portal:
Access the MA Corporate Online Filing System, and log in.- Don’t have login credentials? Email: corpcid@sec.state.ma.us to get assistance.
- Complete your Annual Report:
Select Annual Report from the menu, update the necessary fields, and review before submission. - Submit & Pay:
Submit the form and make your payment.
The fee amount varies based on your entity type. Refer to the fee chart on the state’s website or your filing dashboard.
💡 Pro Tip
Don’t wait until the last minute! Late filings can lead to penalties and eventually administrative dissolution of your business.
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