In Nevada, what most states call an annual report is officially known as the Annual List. Specifically, the Annual List of Officers and Directors for corporations and the Annual List of Managers or Members for LLCs.
This mandatory filing serves as the state's mechanism for maintaining current business information and ensuring regulatory compliance. Regularly filing your annual list helps you maintain your entity's good standing with the Nevada Secretary of State and ensures continued access to the legal protections and benefits of your business structure.
All active business entities registered in Nevada are legally required to file an Annual List with the Secretary of State to maintain compliance and good standing status.
Required entities include:
Exemptions:
Authorized filers:
The Annual List must be filed even if your business is not actively conducting operations, as long as it remains registered with the state. Foreign entities that already handle obligations like an annual report in NJ or the Washington annual report must still submit Nevada’s Annual List each year.
Nevada offers multiple convenient methods for filing your Annual List, with online filing through the SilverFlume portal being the most efficient and popular option.
Step-by-step online filing process:
You'll receive immediate electronic acknowledgment and can download your filed report. If you prefer to submit paper filings, you can do so by mail. Download forms from the Nevada Secretary of State's website, complete them manually, and mail them to the Nevada Secretary of State, along with payment by check or money order.
Processing timeframes:
Nevada uses an anniversary-based filing system, meaning your Annual List deadline is tied to the date your entity was formed or qualified in the state.
The Annual List must be filed by the last day of your entity's anniversary month (the month your business was initially formed or qualified in Nevada).
You can file your Annual List up to 90 days before the due date. If you file earlier than 90 days before your due date, the list is treated as an amendment for the prior year and does not satisfy the current year's requirement.
Nevada's Annual List filing requires payment of both the filing fee and, in most cases, a state business license renewal fee.
Nevada charges separate fees for the Annual List and the State Business License:
LLCs:
Corporations:
LPs, LLPs,etc:
Nonprofit corporations:
Before beginning your Annual List filing, gather all necessary information to ensure an accurate and complete submission. Take note of the following:
Entity-specific requirements:
Online filings use an electronic signature through SilverFlume. Paper filings must bear a proper signature from an authorized person; if a submitted form is unsigned, the Secretary of State will return it for correction.
Missing your Nevada Annual List deadline immediately triggers a $75 late fee for both LLCs and corporations, with an additional $100 penalty if your State Business License filing is also late. Your entity enters "Default" status in public records, loses good standing, and becomes unable to obtain certificates needed for banking, contracts, and licensing.
If you remain in default for about a year, Nevada will revoke your charter and forfeit your right to transact business. Your entity will show as "revoked" in the public record, and your name may eventually become available for other entities if you don't reinstate.
While revocation does not automatically void existing contracts, it can block certain activities, especially for foreign entities (which may not maintain court actions while out of compliance) and for businesses that need current Certificates of Good Standing to satisfy banks, licensing boards, or counterparties.
Reinstatement requires:
The exact amount due at reinstatement depends on how many years you've missed and your entity type; Nevada will only reinstate after all delinquent fees and penalties are paid.
Once you've caught up on all filings and fees, your entity's good standing is fully restored.
Note: If your charter has been revoked for 5 consecutive years, it cannot be reinstated.
Do I need a good standing certificate after filing my documents?
Yes. Good standing certificates are separate documents you can obtain after filing your Annual List. They're often required for banking, contracts, or licensing purposes and can be requested through SilverFlume.
Can I file my Annual List early or request an extension?
You can file your Annual List as early as 90 days before the due date. Nevada does not offer deadline extensions—if you miss the due date, penalties apply immediately under the statutes.
What if I need to amend my Annual List after it has been filed?
You can file an amendment to correct errors in your Annual List. Amendments require a separate filing and fee, so it's important to review all information carefully before initial submission.
Can I file multiple years at once?
No, Nevada requires an annual filing each year by your anniversary month deadline. Multi-year filing options are not available.
The combination of Nevada's Annual List filing with state business license renewal in a single process adds complexity, while immediate penalties for late filing create high-stakes pressure around every deadline.
Discern scales through these hurdles through comprehensive Nevada compliance management. Our platform automatically tracks the specific anniversary months of your entities, sending alerts at intervals. It pre-fills forms using your existing entity data and integrates directly with Nevada's SilverFlume system for seamless electronic filing.
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