Every domestic and foreign corporation and LLC registered in New York must file a Biennial Statement every two years, in the month the entity was formed or registered, for a $9 fee. It's filed online only.
What is a Biennial Statement?
A Biennial Statement updates the New York Department of State with your business's current information. Filing on time keeps your entity in good standing, ensures you receive official legal notices, and keeps the state's public records accurate.
What each entity type reports
| Reported information | Corporations | LLCs |
|---|---|---|
| CEO name & business address | ✓ | — |
| Principal executive office address | ✓ | — |
| Registered agent / service of process address | ✓ | ✓ |
| Board size & number of women directors | ✓ | — |
LLCs: no officer, director, or gender-reporting requirements — just the registered agent address.
Filing basics
- Due every two years, in your entity's original formation or registration month
- Filing fee: $9
- Filed online only, via the e-Statement Filing Service (Mon–Fri, 6:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. ET, closed legal holidays)
Why it matters
Filing keeps your entity in good standing, ensures delivery of official legal notices, and maintains accurate public records.
If you miss a filing: your entity shows as past due in state records and drops out of good standing — which can disrupt contracts, banking, and closings until you catch up.
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Last reviewed July 10, 2026. Filing fees and requirements can change; confirm current details on the NY Department of State site before filing.