The Montana Secretary of State requires corporations and LLCs to file an annual report to remain in good standing. Montana annual reports are compliance documents, which is why its crucial for you to submit accurate information in a timely fashion. When submitting one of these reports, you’ll include information such as your corporate structure, your registered agent, and your address. You cannot use the annual report to make any changes to your company, such as changing your company name. You should only use the annual report for changes that have already occurred.
If you are part of a partnership in Montana, you are not required to submit an annual report. Otherwise, you must submit your report by April 15. Companies only pay $20 to file this paperwork, which is a small cost compared to the cost of filing in other states.
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Montana Annual Report Filing Fees & Instructions
Any corporation conducting business in the state of Montana must file an annual report, due on April 15 every year. The cost to file an annual report with the Montana Secretary of State is $20. If you do not file by this due date, you will be required to pay a $15 late fee.
Montana Corporations (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: |  Montana Secretary of State PO Box 202801 Helena, MT 59620-2801 Phone Number: (406) 444-3665 |
| Due Date: | April 15th |
| Filing Fee: | $20 |
| Penalty: | $15 late fee Domestic: Receive notice of upcoming dissolution on September 1st then are dissolved December 1st. Foreign: Receive notice of upcoming revocation on September 1st then are revoked November 1st. |
| Filing Method: | Online |
| Forms: | Online filing only |
| Important Information: | Anyone with authority may file. Original signatures are not required |
Montana Limited Liability/Professional Limited Liability Companies (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | Montana Secretary of State PO Box 202801 Helena, MT 59620-2801 Phone Number: (406) 444-3665 |
| Due Date: | April 15th |
| Filing Fee: | $20 |
| Penalty: | $15 late fee Domestic: Receive notice of upcoming dissolution on September 1st then are dissolved December 1st. Foreign: Receive notice of upcoming revocation on September 1st then are revoked November 1st. |
| Filing Method: | Online |
| Forms: | Online filing only |
| Important Information: | Anyone with authority may file. Original signatures are not required |
Montana Non-profit Corporations (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | Montana Secretary of State PO Box 202801 Helena, MT 59620-2801 Phone Number: (406) 444-3665 |
| Due Date: | April 15th |
| Filing Fee: | $20 |
| Penalty: | $15 late fee |
| Filing Method: | Online |
| Forms: | Online filing only |
| Important Information: | Anyone with authority may file. Original signatures are not required |
Montana Professional Corporations (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | Montana Secretary of State PO Box 202801 Helena, MT 59620-2801 Phone Number: (406) 444-3665 |
| Due Date: | April 15th |
| Filing Fee: | $20 |
| Penalty: | $15 late fee
Domestic: Receive notice of upcoming dissolution on September 1st then are dissolved December 1st. Foreign: Receive notice of upcoming revocation on September 1st then are revoked November 1st. |
| Filing Method: | Online |
| Forms: | Online filing only |
| Important Information: | Anyone with authority may file.
Original signatures are not required |
Montana Limited Partnerships (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | Montana Secretary of State PO Box 202801 Helena, MT 59620-2801 Phone Number: (406) 444-3665 |
| Due Date: | Not Required |
| Filing Fee: | Not Required |
| Penalty: | Not Required |
| Filing Method: | Not Required |
| Forms: | Not Required |
| Important Information: | Not Required |
Montana Limited Liability Partnerships (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | Montana Secretary of State PO Box 202801 Helena, MT 59620-2801 Phone Number: (406) 444-3665 |
| Due Date: | Not Required |
| Filing Fee: | Not Required |
| Penalty: | Not Required |
| Filing Method: | Not Required |
| Forms: | Not Required |
| Important Information: | Not Required |
Montana Limited Liability Limited Partnerships (Domestic & Foreign)
| State Office: | Montana Secretary of State PO Box 202801 Helena, MT 59620-2801 Phone Number: (406) 444-3665 |
| Due Date: | Not Required |
| Filing Fee: | Not Required |
| Penalty: | Not Required |
| Filing Method: | Not Required |
| Forms: | Not Required |
| Important Information: | Not Required |
How to File Your Montana Secretary of State Annual Report
The Montana Secretary of State’s Office makes it very easy for businesses to file an annual report. To file a report, go to the Secretary of State’s website. There, you’ll find a link that says, “File Annual Report.” To submit the report, you’ll need the folder ID for your company. This information was included with your reminder notice that the department sent reminding you of your deadline. If you do not have access to your reminder notice, you can look up your folder ID in a database located on the Montana Secretary of State’s website.
If you prefer to mail the forms, you can pull a pre-populated version of the annual report. The report contains any information that the state of Montana has on file. You should make any necessary changes and then print the forms and mail them to the Secretary of State’s office. Remember that when you mail your report, you’ll need to include a check with your filing fee.
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Montana Annual Report FAQS
Do Partnerships Need to File an Annual Report in Montana?
Partnerships do not need to file an annual report, but they should remember to renew their business registration every five years.
What is the Filing Fee?
Businesses must pay $20 by check or credit card to file their Montana annual report.
What Happens If the Montana Annual Report Is Filed Late?
If you do not file your report by September 1, you will receive a warning that the state will dissolve your business. If you do not file by November 1, they will do so.
When Can You Expect To Receive Notice?
The state of Montana will send a notice in February reminding you of your upcoming annual report deadline. They will mail the notice to your registered agent.
Will You Receive Confirmation from the Montana Secretary of State After Filing Online?
When you submit an annual report online, you’ll include an email address on the application. Once you have submitted your report, an email will be sent to this address confirming that your annual report is complete.
See our complete FAQ list here.
Montana Business Resources
Montana Office of Secretary of State
Phone:
(334) 242-5324
Address:
Montana Secretary of State
PO Box 202801
Helena, MT 59620-2801
If you’re interested in more info on forming an LLC, call 888-366-9552.
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