Rhode Island annual report & compliance · Reviewed November 2026
Rhode Island Annual Report Filing
Rhode Island entities file an annual report between February 1 and May 1. The state filing fee is generally $50, with a $25 late fee after May 1. The report updates the registered agent and principal office.
At a glance
Who must file in Rhode Island
Domestic and foreign corporations, LLCs, limited partnerships, and other registered entities in Rhode Island.
The filing is separate from the entity’s income tax return, sales tax return, and payroll filings. Being current with the annual report does not by itself mean the entity is current on its taxes, and vice versa.
Rhode Island annual report by entity type
| Entity | Due | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corporation | May 1 | $50 | — |
| LLC | May 1 | $50 | — |
| Nonprofit corporation | May 1 | Confirm with the Secretary of State | — |
How to file the Rhode Island annual report
- Confirm the entity and registered agent. Use the name and entity number on file with the Rhode Island Secretary of State, Business Services Division. Confirm the registered agent and principal office are current.
- Gather the required information. Most reports ask for the principal office, registered agent, and the names or addresses of officers, directors, managers, or members.
- Prepare and review the report. Use the state’s online filing system or the current paper form. Review the entity type and filing period before submitting.
- Pay the state fee. The fee is paid to the state, separate from any service fee charged by our office. Save the confirmation and filed copy.
- Calendar the next deadline. Add the next annual or biennial due date to the entity calendar, and coordinate it with the registered agent and tax calendars.
What happens if the Rhode Island report is late?
A $25 late fee applies after May 1. Continued delinquency can lead to administrative dissolution or revocation.
If the entity has already lost good standing, reinstatement is usually a separate filing with its own fee. The longer the report remains unfiled, the more likely the state is to dissolve, revoke, or administratively terminate the entity.
Rhode Island filing notes
Rhode Island has a defined annual report window rather than an anniversary deadline. The report can be filed between February 1 and May 1, and a $25 late fee applies after May 1. Filing early avoids the busiest part of the state’s season.
The annual report is separate from Rhode Island tax filings. Entities with employees, sales tax obligations, or a public-facing presence may need additional state registrations even after the annual report is filed.
Rhode Island annual report questions
Official Rhode Island resources
Fees, forms, and deadlines were reviewed in November 2026 and can change. This guide is general information, not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Confirm the current requirement with the Rhode Island Secretary of State, Business Services Division or your professional adviser before filing.