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Arkansas LLC franchise tax report ($150, due May 1)
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Arkansas LLCs file an annual franchise tax report and pay a flat franchise tax to the Secretary of State every year. It keeps accruing until the LLC is dissolved, even if the LLC is revoked.
File on the official site: AR Secretary of State – Franchise Tax / Annual ReportKey facts
| Fee | $150 for every LLC. Paying online by card adds a $5 processing fee.[2] |
|---|---|
| Due date | May 1 each year, covering the year ended the previous December 31. The first report is due May 1 of the year after the LLC forms.[1] |
| No form? | The state says companies that haven't received a form by March 20 must still meet the May 1 deadline.[1] |
| If late | Penalty and interest are added after May 1. Unpaid franchise tax can lead to revocation, and the Secretary of State won't accept other filings until it's paid.[2] |
| Where to file | Online on the Arkansas Secretary of State's franchise tax system, or by mail.[2] |
Lookalike letters the state has warned about
- We haven't found a scam warning published by Arkansas's filing office as of our last check. The state's own fee is $150, so a mailer asking for much more is not a state bill.[2]
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Common questions
When is the Arkansas franchise tax due?
May 1 every year.
How much is it for an LLC?
$150, plus a $5 fee if you pay online by card.