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State Compliance Guide

Louisiana Business Compliance

Everything you need to know about forming and maintaining a business entity in Louisiana.

Annual Report Due

Anniversary

Processing Time

1-2 business days

Annual Report State Filing Fee

$100

Registered Agent

Required

Louisiana State Filing Fees

Filing TypeDue DateCLS FeeState Processing TimeState Fee
FormationN/A$1005-7 days$100
Annual ReportAnniversary$505-7 days$35
Franchise TaxAnniversary—N/AFrom $110
AmendmentN/A$1005-7 days$75
DissolutionN/A$1007-10 days$60
Foreign QualificationN/A$1007-10 days$150

* State fees are subject to change. Contact the Secretary of State for current fee schedules.

Key Compliance Requirements

  • Annual Report filing
  • Franchise Tax payment
  • Registered Agent maintenance

Important Deadlines

Annual ReportAnniversary of formation
Franchise TaxMay 15

Franchise Tax Information

Franchise Tax Applies

Franchise tax based on capital employed in Louisiana

Important Notes for Louisiana

  • 1.Louisiana franchise tax has been reduced in recent years
  • 2.Annual reports tied to formation anniversary

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Our specialists can handle all your Louisiana business compliance needs.

State Information

AbbreviationLA
CapitalBaton Rouge
State Filing Fee$100

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$100

+ state fees

Amendment Filing

$100

+ state fees

Dissolution/Withdrawal

$100

+ state fees

Enterprise Discounts Available for multi-state compliance

Louisiana State Resources

Secretary of State

Official Website(225) 925-4704

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