Colorado Compliance Guide

Filing requirements, deadlines, and fees for Colorado business entities.

Registrar: Colorado Secretary of State ·Entity types: LLC, Corporation, LP, GP

Filing Obligations

Periodic Report

Annual

Colorado entities must file a periodic report annually. The filing window opens two months before the anniversary month.

Deadline

Anniversary month of formation (during the 3-month period beginning 2 months before the anniversary)

Fee

$10

Late Penalty

Entity becomes delinquent; administrative dissolution after cure period

Filing Method

Online

Applies to:CorporationLLCLPOfficial source

Key Dates

Anniversary monthPeriodic report due

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Colorado periodic report?

$10 — one of the lowest annual report fees in the country.

When is the Colorado periodic report due?

During the three-month window starting two months before your entity's formation anniversary month.

What is it called in Colorado?

Colorado calls its annual report a 'Periodic Report' rather than an annual report.

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Last updated: 2026-02-27. Information is provided for general guidance and may not reflect the most recent changes. Always verify with the official state registrar.