Oklahoma LLC annual report requirements

An LLC annual report is a common filing for businesses of all types in states across the country. It’s a simple way for the state to track the status of your business. It’s used to share specific data about your business with the state. It also provides a public disclosure of your business information and conditions.

The details are available for state officials and the public and the filing cost for an LLC Annual Certificate in Oklahoma is $25.

The requirements for filing your Annual Certificate in Oklahoma are fairly straightforward. Here is what is required in the form, which is available online.

• LLC filing number;
• LLC business name;
• Primary business address;
• Whether the LLC is currently an active business;
• The street address of the business’ principal place of business. It must be a street address as P.O. boxes are not eligible;
• An email address for the primary LLC’s primary contact;
• The date, signature, print name and title of a member or manager.

There are some pieces of information that are commonly required in annual report filings in other states. However, in Oklahoma, these items are NOT required:

• The business purpose and industry;
• Contact information for the company’s registered agent;
• The LLC’s employer identification (EIN) number;
• The names and addresses of members and managers;
• The CEO’s address and contact information.

How to file an annual report in Oklahoma

Filing an Annual Certificate in Oklahoma requires gathering some details and filling out a simple form. There are some important rules to remember to ensure that your Annual Certificate is filed correctly.

Due dates

Every domestic and foreign LLC doing business in Oklahoma has to file an Annual Certificate every year with the Office of the Secretary of State. The due date for the filing is the anniversary of its original registration with the state.

Choose one of the filing options 

File online

Many Oklahoma LLCs choose to file their Annual Certificate online via the Oklahoma state government website. To file online, you follow these steps:

• Go to the Secretary of State’s home page — www.sos.ok.gov;
• Navigate to the MOST REQUESTED INFO tab on the right side of the page and select “File Annual Certificate Electronically”;
• Enter an email address and name in the Contact Information section. This step ensures that you’ll receive an email notification when the state has processed your filing;
• Enter the LLC’s filing number;
• Click on the spyglass icon and click NEXT;
• Confirm the LLC legal name, filing number and information on each page. Update email and address information if necessary;
• Review the information summarized on the last page. When satisfied, click SUBMIT;
• Click on BEGIN CHECK OUT and on Proceed as Guest unless you have an account;
• Complete the payment information.

File by mail

You may choose to file your Annual Certificate information online. If you do so, you’ll download the form from the state’s website.

Fill in the Form with the Above Information Requirements

If you choose to file the Annual Certificate form yourself, be sure to complete all of the information required above. Once complete, you can mail the form to:

Oklahoma Secretary of State
421 N.W., Suite 210
Oklahoma City, OK 73103

File with a compliance service

Many LLCs in Oklahoma choose to use a compliance service to ensure that your Annual Certificate and other important documents are filed accurately and on time. An annual compliance service has several advantages that can make it a compelling option for business leaders. Here are some of the core advantages to using a compliance service:

• Peace of mind: With a LLC service, you can rest assured that all the deadlines and details necessary to remain in compliance will be followed. You want someone who can focus on these details so you do not have to;
• Flexibility: You can focus on core business objectives without worrying about the details related to your Annual Certificate and other required filings;
• Avoiding penalties: Not filing your Annual Certificate can affect your business’ standing with the state of Oklahoma. Using a compliance service lets you avoid these complications and keep your business in good standing.

What Happens if you fail to file on time (or at all)?

In Oklahoma, your business could face certain consequences by not filing.

Late fees and fines

There are no fees or fines levied by the state of Oklahoma for not filing your Annual Certificate. However, there are still consequences.

Penalties

Oklahoma LLCs that fail to file within 60 days of the deadline are no longer considered to be in good standing with the state. That indication is reflected in the Secretary of State’s public records.

Dissolution

An Oklahoma LLC that fails to file an Annual Certificate for three years could be dissolved by the Secretary of State. That means your business loses both the right to operate within the state of Oklahoma and all liability protection. It is also likely to make it difficult to secure bank loans or investor financing.

If your business is dissolved, you can reinstate it by filing an application for reinstatement with the state.

Final thoughts

The Annual Certificate filing is a necessary part of doing business in Oklahoma. While the steps are simple, it’s a smart choice to use a compliance service to ensure that you are compliant with all the details and deadlines necessary to remain in good standing with the state.

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