Wisconsin annual report & compliance · Reviewed November 2026
Wisconsin Annual Report Filing
Wisconsin corporations, LLCs, and nonprofit corporations file an annual report by the end of their formation anniversary quarter. The fee is generally $25 online or $40 by paper. Foreign entities may pay a higher fee.
At a glance
Who must file in Wisconsin
Domestic and foreign corporations, LLCs, and nonprofit corporations registered in Wisconsin.
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.
Wisconsin annual report by entity type
| Entity | Due | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corporation | End of anniversary quarter | $25 online; $40 paper | — |
| LLC | End of anniversary quarter | $25 online; $40 paper | — |
| Nonprofit corporation | End of anniversary quarter | Confirm current fee | — |
How to file the Wisconsin annual report
- Confirm the entity and registered agent. Use the name and entity number on file with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions, Division of Corporate and Consumer Services. 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 Wisconsin report is late?
A late Wisconsin annual report can result in a late fee and administrative dissolution.
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.
Wisconsin filing notes
Wisconsin uses the end of the anniversary quarter rather than the exact anniversary date. The online fee is lower than the paper fee.
The annual report is filed with the Department of Financial Institutions and is separate from Wisconsin income, sales, and payroll tax filings.
Wisconsin annual report questions
Official Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions, Division of Corporate and Consumer Services or your professional adviser before filing.