New York Business Filings: Biennial Statements

Keeping your New York business in good standing requires staying on top of certain statutory filings.

Biennial Statement (Corporations & LLCs)

All domestic and foreign corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) registered in New York must file a Biennial Statement every two years.

What is a Biennial Statement?

A Biennial Statement updates the New York Department of State with your business’s current information.

For Corporations

Corporations must report:

  • The name and business address of its chief executive officer
  • The street address of its principal executive office
  • Address for service of process (registered agent or office)
  • The number of directors constituting the board and how many directors of such board are women

For LLCs

LLCs must report:

Address for service of process (registered agent or office)

Note: NY LLCs do not have directors, officers, or gender reporting requirements.

When is it Due?

  • Every two years in the calendar month your business was originally formed or registered.
  • Filing fee: $9
  • Filing is online only; the e-Statement Filing Service is generally available Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. ET (excluding legal holidays).

How to File or Check Status

Why it Matters

  • Keeps your company in good standing with the state
  • Ensures delivery of official legal notices
  • Maintains accurate public records

Consequences of Not Filing

  • Your entity will appear past due in state records
  • Missed filings can interfere with contracts, banking, and legal matters. This is because your entity won’t be in Good Standing.

For more information, visit the official NY Department of State page: Biennial Statements for Businesses

Quick Tips

  • Biennial Statements: Required for most corporations and LLCs, every two years.
  • Reminders: Sign up for email notifications via the Biennial Email Update Service to avoid missing deadlines.

Keeping up with these filings ensures your New York business remains in good standing, avoids penalties, and maintains legal compliance.

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