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- May 9, 2026
California Statement of Information Due Dates Explained
Suggested publish date: July 2026 | Category: California Business Compliance
California business owners have plenty of dates to track: tax estimates, payroll deadlines, annual tax returns, franchise tax, and Secretary of State filings. One deadline that is easy to miss is the Statement of Information.
What the Statement of Information does
The Statement of Information updates the California Secretary of State with information about the business, such as addresses, management, and agent for service of process details.
How often is it due?
According to the California Secretary of State, California stock corporations and qualified out-of-state corporations generally file yearly in the month of registration. California nonprofit corporations and LLCs generally file every two years in the month of registration, based on the year of registration.
What happens if it is missed?
The Secretary of State notes that failure to file as required may result in penalties assessed by the Franchise Tax Board and suspension or forfeiture. That makes reminder tracking important, especially when you manage multiple entities.
Simple tracking system
- Save the entity name exactly as registered.
- Record the California entity number.
- Record the registration month and next due date.
- Create a reminder at least 30 days before the deadline.
- Confirm whether company address, agent, or manager information changed.
Need help staying organized?
SmartBooks CPA can help track California Statement of Information dates alongside tax, accounting, and advisory work. Visit smartbookscpa.com or call (909) 705-7198.