Everything you need to know about forming and maintaining a business entity in Florida.
Annual Report Due
May 1
Processing Time
2-3 business days
Annual Report State Filing Fee
$138.75
Registered Agent
Required
| Filing Type | Due Date | CLS Fee | State Processing Time | State Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formation | N/A | $100 | 3-5 days | $125 |
| Annual Report | May 1 | $75 | 3-5 days | $150 |
| Amendment | N/A | $100 | 3-5 days | $25 |
| Dissolution | N/A | $150 | 5-7 days | $35 |
| Foreign Qualification | N/A | $100 | 5-7 days | $225 |
* State fees are subject to change. Contact the Secretary of State for current fee schedules.
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No state income tax for individuals
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Common questions about forming and maintaining a business in Florida.
Sunbiz is Florida's official business filing portal. All annual reports, entity formations, and business searches are done through sunbiz.org. You'll need to create an account to file your annual report.
If you miss the May 1 deadline, you'll face a $400 late fee. If you fail to file by the third Friday in September, your entity will be administratively dissolved.
Florida has no state income tax for individuals. Corporations do pay a 5.5% corporate income tax on income apportioned to Florida.
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