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- May 9, 2026
California business compliance
California Statement of Information Due Date Explained
SmartBooks CPA helps California business owners understand filing due dates, avoid preventable penalties, and keep their business in good standing.
The California Statement of Information due date is easy to miss when you are focused on running the business. This page explains what the filing is, when it is due, what can happen if it is late, and how SmartBooks CPA can help you stay organized.
Plain-English overview
What is a California Statement of Information?
A California Statement of Information is a required filing with the California Secretary of State. It confirms or updates basic public business information, including business addresses, agent for service of process, managers, members, officers, directors, and related contact information.
Even if nothing has changed, many businesses still need to file the Statement of Information on schedule. Think of it as a business compliance check-in, separate from bookkeeping, tax planning, income tax filings, and the California Franchise Tax Board annual tax requirements.
Due dates
When is the California Statement of Information due date?
The deadline depends on your entity type and your original California registration date. California generally allows filing during the applicable filing window before the due month, but the due month is what most owners need to watch.
LLCs
California LLCs generally file an initial Statement of Information within 90 days of registration and then file every two years during the applicable filing period. The due month is tied to the month the LLC originally registered in California.
Corporations
California stock corporations generally file an initial Statement of Information within 90 days and then file annually. The annual deadline is based on the corporation's original registration month.
Nonprofits
California nonprofits generally file an initial Statement of Information within 90 days and then file every two years. Nonprofits may also have separate tax, charitable registration, or governance requirements depending on their facts.
Not sure which cycle applies? SmartBooks CPA can review your entity type, Secretary of State record, registration month, and current filing status before you submit anything.
Late filings
What happens if the Statement of Information is late?
Late filings can lead to notices, penalty assessments, loss of good standing, and administrative cleanup. The issue is usually fixable, but it is better to address it early before it turns into a bigger compliance distraction.
CPA support
California Statement of Information due date help from SmartBooks CPA
SmartBooks CPA helps small business owners keep compliance from becoming a last-minute scramble. We can help review what is due, prepare the information needed for filing, and connect compliance reminders to your accounting and tax planning workflow.
2026 checklist
California Business Compliance Checklist 2026
Use this as a simple starting point. Your full compliance list may vary based on entity type, payroll, industry, ownership structure, and whether you have employees or contractors.
Common questions
California Statement of Information FAQ
How often do I file the Statement of Information?
California LLCs and many nonprofits generally file every two years after the initial filing. California stock corporations generally file annually. The due month is usually tied to the original California registration month.
What if my business information has not changed?
You may still need to file on schedule even if nothing changed. The filing confirms the current public business information on record with the California Secretary of State.
Can SmartBooks CPA file it for me?
SmartBooks CPA can help review your due date, organize the information needed, and provide filing support or compliance reminders. Some legal questions may require an attorney.
What happens if my business is suspended?
A suspended or forfeited business may need cleanup filings, payments, or other steps before returning to good standing. SmartBooks CPA can help you understand the accounting and tax side and coordinate next steps.
Is this the same as paying the $800 California LLC tax?
No. The Statement of Information is filed with the California Secretary of State. The $800 California LLC tax is a separate Franchise Tax Board obligation for many LLCs.
Request filing help
Need help checking or filing your California Statement of Information?
Share a few details and SmartBooks CPA will follow up about your filing status, due date, and next steps. This is for preliminary business compliance support and does not replace legal advice.
You can also file directly with the California Secretary of State through bizfile Online.
Stay compliant
Need help keeping your California business compliant?
SmartBooks CPA helps business owners connect compliance, bookkeeping, tax planning, and advisory so important deadlines are easier to manage.