Ca llc 5 2025

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The document provides detailed instructions for completing the Application to Register a Foreign Limited Liability Company (Form LLC-5) in California. It outlines the requirements for filing, including the need for a current Certificate of Good Standing, associated fees, and guidelines for naming the LLC. The document also specifies the necessary information regarding business addresses, agents for service of process, and additional compliance requirements such as filing a Statement of Information and potential tax obligations.

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What happens if you dont pay the LLC fee?

Failing to fulfill your California Franchise Tax obligations for two or more consecutive years will result in the suspension of your company. Moreover, if you neglect to pay the $800 fee for each year, you will incur penalties and interest charges, thus making the amount approximately $300 per year.

Do I have to pay $800 tax this year if I open an LLC in California today?

Every LLC that is doing business or organized in California must pay an annual tax of $800. This yearly tax will be due, even if you are not conducting business, until you cancel your LLC. You have until the 15th day of the 4th month from the date you file with the SOS to pay your first-year annual tax.

How do I avoid $800 LLC fees in California?

If you cancel your LLC within one year of organizing, you can file Short form cancellation (SOS Form LLC-4/8) with the SOS. Your LLC will not be subject to the annual $800 tax for its first tax year.

Do you have to pay the $800 California S corporation fee the first year?

In the first year, youll just pay 1.5% of your business income, as youre exempt from the $800 minimum. This is a business tax, and is paid from the business bank account.

What if my LLC makes no money its first year?

All corporations are required to file a corporate tax return, even if they do not have any income. If an LLC has elected to be treated as a corporation for tax purposes, it must file a federal income tax return even if the LLC did not engage in any business during the year.

Do you have to pay the $800 California LLC fee the first year 2025?

California LLCs formed after January 1, 2024: Meaning, there is no more waiver (its $800 per year), and the California LLC Annual Franchise Tax is due in the 4th month after your LLC is formed. For example, if your LLC was approved on June 1, 2025: Your first $800 Annual Franchise Tax is due by September 15, 2025.

What is an LLC 5?

The LLC-5 is a California State form used when a domestic limited liability company formed in another state (or country) wishes to become a foreign limited liability company in California.

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