Georgia lesson 6 of 6
File the Georgia annual registration
Georgia's only recurring filing with the Secretary of State is the annual registration, and it is easy to underestimate how strictly the deadline is enforced.
The filing window and fee
Every Georgia LLC files an annual registration each year between January 1 and April 1 through eCorp, the Corporations Division's online system. The standard fee is $50. Georgia also allows filing and paying for up to three years of annual registration in advance in a single transaction, which suits owners who want to avoid remembering the deadline every year.
Missing the deadline
An LLC that does not file by April 1 falls out of good standing, and continued failure to file can lead to administrative dissolution by the Secretary of State. Reinstating a dissolved Georgia LLC means filing back registrations and fees, which is more expensive and time consuming than filing on time.
The multi-year filing option is a genuinely useful tool here. Paying three years at once removes the risk of a missed reminder email costing you your LLC's good standing.
Key takeaways
- The annual registration costs $50 and is filed between January 1 and April 1 each year.
- Georgia allows paying up to three years in advance through eCorp.
- Repeated missed filings can lead to administrative dissolution.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Georgia annual registration the same as a tax filing?
No. It is a Secretary of State filing that confirms your registered agent, office and principal address are current. State and federal tax filings are separate obligations handled through the Department of Revenue and the IRS.
Official sources
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Last reviewed: September 2026 - reviewed by Gullia Filing Legal & Formation Team