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Texas handles annual business filings differently than most states. Understanding these requirements helps you avoid penalties, maintain good standing, and keep your business compliant with state regulations.
Texas doesn't charge an annual report fee like most states do. There's no traditional annual report filed with the Texas Secretary of State. Instead, Texas businesses are generally expected to file two separate reports with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts:
Franchise Tax Report This report is filed annually and calculates your franchise tax obligation based on your business revenue and margin. Even if you don't owe tax, you still need to file the report.
Public Information Report This report updates your business information and is filed alongside your franchise tax report. It includes details about your registered agent, principal office, officers or managers, and other business information.
These reports go to the Texas Comptroller, not the Secretary of State. This is different from how most states handle annual filings, where everything typically goes through the Secretary of State's office.
Filing Cadence Both the Franchise Tax Report and Public Information Report are generally filed once per year. The specific due date depends on your business structure and anniversary date. Missing deadlines can result in penalties and interest charges.
Filing Fee Texas does not charge an annual report fee. The filing itself is free. However, you may owe franchise tax depending on your revenue.
Franchise Tax Threshold If your revenue is under $2.47 million for 2025 (or $2.65 million for 2026), you typically won't owe franchise tax. Many small businesses fall under this threshold and owe zero tax—but they still need to file the reports.
Where to File You file both reports with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, not the Texas Secretary of State. The Comptroller's office handles all franchise tax matters separately from business formation and registered agent records.
Additional Context Texas does not have state income tax, which keeps things simpler for business owners. The franchise tax and associated reports are Texas's way of generating revenue from businesses operating in the state.
Your Public Information Report generally includes:
Your Franchise Tax Report includes financial information used to calculate your tax obligation based on revenue and margin. The specifics depend on your business structure and accounting method.
Failing to file your reports on time can create several problems:
Penalties and Interest The Texas Comptroller may assess penalties and interest charges if you file after your deadline or owe tax that you didn't pay on time. These charges add to your costs and create unnecessary administrative burden.
Forfeiture of Charter If you continue to miss franchise tax reports, the state may forfeit your business charter. This is more serious than administrative dissolution in some states—it can affect your right to do business in Texas and requires additional steps to reinstate.
Loss of Good Standing Your business may fall out of good standing with the state, which can affect your ability to conduct certain transactions, obtain financing, or maintain professional licenses.
Notices to Registered Agent Before taking serious action, the Comptroller typically sends notices to your registered agent address. This is one reason having a reliable registered agent service matters—you'll receive these warnings immediately and have the opportunity to cure any filing deficiencies.
While we don't file your franchise tax reports for you (that's your responsibility or your accountant's), we support your compliance in several important ways:
Same-Day Document Handling If the Texas Comptroller or Secretary of State sends notices to your registered agent address, we receive them, scan them the same day, and forward them to you electronically. You'll see these notices immediately through our online portal.
Compliance Reminders We send alerts about franchise tax report deadlines and other state requirements. These reminders help ensure you don't miss the filing window and face unnecessary penalties or interest charges.
Stable Registered Agent Information Your Public Information Report includes your registered agent details. When you use Texas Registered Agent, that information remains consistent year after year. You won't need to update your registered agent section unless you choose to change services.
Privacy Protection Your Public Information Report includes your registered agent address, which becomes part of public records. Using our service means our Austin address appears on these filings instead of your home address, keeping your personal information private.
The fact that Texas doesn't charge an annual report fee is helpful for budgeting. At $99 per year for registered agent service, your base compliance cost is predictable. You won't owe anything to the state for filing the reports themselves.
If your revenue stays under the franchise tax threshold ($2.47 million for 2025, $2.65 million for 2026), you won't owe franchise tax either. Your main costs are the registered agent service and potentially accounting or legal help with preparing the reports.
For businesses with revenue above the threshold, franchise tax is calculated based on your margin and revenue. The Comptroller's office provides calculators and resources to help you determine what you owe.
Maintaining your Texas business entity involves the initial formation, registered agent requirements, and annual franchise tax filings. Texas Registered Agent helps you stay on track with:
These features work together to support your compliance efforts while keeping your costs reasonable and your personal information protected.
Whether you're forming a new Texas business or looking to improve your current privacy protection and compliance support, Texas Registered Agent provides straightforward service at a fair price. Sign up today for $99 per year and ensure your business has reliable registered agent service and the compliance reminders that help you meet state requirements.
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This is not legal advice. Texas Registered Agent is not a law firm. Consult an attorney for legal guidance.