Annual reports with the Secretary of State in District of Columbia are formal documents that businesses are required to file each year to provide important information about their operations, financial status, and ownership. These reports help the government and the public stay informed about the activities and compliance of businesses operating within the District of Columbia.
Follow the guide below to help you file your annual report with the Secretary of State in District of Columbia or use Mosey to do it.
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District of Columbia Biennial Report for LLC, LLP, Corporation
Businesses registered with the DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection are required to file biennial reports every other year, due on April 1. Note: You are not required to file during your first calendar year of registration.
File Biennial Report
Log in to CorpOnline with your Access DC account to file a biennial report.
What else do I need to know?
There may be additional things you will need to do to maintain your "good standing" in the state including having a registered agent and other kinds of taxes.
Maintaining a Registered Agent
Most states require that you have a registered agent that can receive important mail from the Secretary of State should they need to contact you. There are many commercial options available or you can use Mosey to be your registered agent and keep your information private in District of Columbia.
Other Taxes
In addition to maintaining a registered agent, maintaining your good standing can include additional taxes. This can include franchise tax, sales tax, or other state taxes. You can use Mosey to identify these additional requirements to maintain good standing in District of Columbia.