New York Annual Report

Annual reports with the Secretary of State in New York are official documents that businesses are required to file each year to provide information about their operations, financial status, and ownership. These reports help ensure transparency and compliance with state regulations, and are essential for maintaining good standing and legal recognition as a business entity in New York.

There are 2 different ways to file an annual report in New York depending on your legal entity type and tax classification. Follow the guide below to help you file your annual report with the Secretary of State in New York or use Mosey to do it.

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New York Registration Renewal for LLP

Limited liability partnerships must file an LLP Statement with the New York Department of State to maintain good standing. The statement is due within sixty days prior to the fifth anniversary of the effective date of your registration, and every five years. The LLP Statement is automatically mailed to the address of the principal office of your LLP two months prior to the due date.

Submit Limited Liability Partnership Statement
Mail your completed Limited Liability Statement to the New York Department of State.

New York Biennial Report for Professional Corporation, LLC, Corporation

Businesses must file a Biennial Report with the New York Department of State every other year to maintain good standing. The report is due by the end of your anniversary month of your registration with the Department of State.

File Biennial Report with the Department of State
File online with the Department of State's E-Statement Filing System. You must have your Department of State ID number and the current name of the business as it is reflected in Department of State's records.

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 New York.

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 New York.

New York's Annual Report Agencies

New York Department of State Division of Corporations

Non-Commercial Registered Agent vs. Registered Agent

Many businesses will need a registered agent at the time they file their business registration paperwork. In most states, there is no difference between a noncommercial registered agent and a commercial registered agent. Only 12 states make a distinction between the two types. If you live in a state that distinguishes commercial registered agents from noncommercial registered agents, here’s what you should know about the differences and how to select the right type of registered agent for your business.

Multi-State Employer: A Guide to Multi-State Employment Compliance

Employing workers across multiple states can bring unique challenges. Multi-state compliance helps avoid legal disputes and ensures your business operations run smoothly. If you have business locations in several states, your staff is fully remote, or you hire across state lines, it’s a wise idea to familiarize yourself with multi-state employment law. From payroll requirements to leave policies, every aspect of managing a multi-state workforce requires careful consideration to ensure continued compliance.

Pennsylvania LLC Formation Guide

Starting a Pennsylvania LLC shouldn’t feel like navigating a legal maze. Yet countless business owners get stuck in the process, unsure if they’ve missed critical steps or filed the wrong paperwork. The result—delays that push back launch dates and compliance issues that surface months later. This guide walks through Pennsylvania’s LLC formation process step by step. From filing your Certificate of Organization to setting up post-formation tax accounts, you’ll learn exactly what needs to be done and when. We’ll also cover the pre-launch decisions, formation requirements, and ongoing maintenance that keeps your LLC in good standing.

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