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How to Reinstate a Dissolved LLC in Louisiana

Louisiana reinstatements are handled entirely through the geauxBIZ online portal — the state's centralized business management platform. With a $75 reinstatement fee, no tax clearance requirement, and a 21-day processing window, the path back to good standing is direct if you know where to file.

$75
Reinstatement Fee
$35
Annual Report Fee
21 Days
Processing Time
None
Tax Clearance
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The Process

6 Steps to Reinstate Your Louisiana LLC

All Louisiana LLC reinstatements are filed through geauxBIZ (geauxbiz.com), the Louisiana Secretary of State's integrated business portal. You'll need to create or log in to a geauxBIZ account to access your entity and complete the filing. No paper forms or separate tax agency clearance is required.

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Look Up Your LLC on geauxBIZ

Go to geauxbiz.com and use the business search tool to locate your LLC by name or entity ID number. Confirm the entity shows a "not in good standing," "delinquent," or "revoked" status. Note the exact entity name and Louisiana charter number — you'll need both for the reinstatement filing.

15 minutes 🌐 geauxbiz.com
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Create or Log In to Your geauxBIZ Account

Louisiana processes all business filings through the geauxBIZ platform. If you don't have an account, create one at geauxbiz.com using your email address. Once logged in, search for your LLC and "claim" the entity to your account if it hasn't been linked previously. This grants you filing access to the entity.

15–20 minutes 🌐 geauxbiz.com
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Review Overdue Annual Reports

From your geauxBIZ dashboard, review which annual reports are past due. Louisiana LLCs must file an annual report each year, with the due date based on the LLC's anniversary month. Each missed annual report carries a $35 fee. The portal will display outstanding obligations — review these carefully before proceeding to the reinstatement application.

20 minutes
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Update Your Registered Agent and Member Information

Before submitting the reinstatement, confirm your registered agent's name and Louisiana street address are current. Louisiana requires a registered agent with a physical Louisiana address — P.O. boxes are not accepted. Update member or manager information if there have been changes since dissolution. Reinstatement resets the record to the information you provide now.

20–30 minutes
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File the Reinstatement Application and Pay Fees

Submit the reinstatement application through geauxBIZ and pay all outstanding fees: $75 reinstatement fee + $35 per missed annual report + $35 per year of late penalties. Louisiana accepts credit cards, debit cards, and eChecks through the portal. Once payment is processed, you'll receive an immediate confirmation number and a pending review status.

30 minutes to file 🌐 geauxbiz.com
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Download Certificate of Good Standing

Louisiana processes reinstatements within approximately 21 business days. Once approved, your geauxBIZ dashboard will update to show "Active — Good Standing" status. You can immediately download a Certificate of Good Standing from the portal. This document is needed for banks, lenders, and license renewals. Update any business registrations, contracts, or professional licenses that require an active LLC.

21 days processing
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All Louisiana LLC filings must go through geauxBIZ. Unlike many states that accept paper mail filings, Louisiana has consolidated its business services into the geauxBIZ platform. If you attempt to file by mail or use an outdated form, your filing will be rejected or returned. Create your geauxBIZ account first — it's the only accepted channel for reinstatement.

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Why LLCs Get Dissolved

Common Reasons Louisiana LLCs Lose Good Standing

Most Louisiana LLC dissolutions trace back to missed annual filings or outdated contact information. Understanding the cause helps prevent a repeat after reinstatement.

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Missed Anniversary Annual Report

Louisiana annual reports are due on the anniversary of your LLC's formation date — not a fixed calendar date. This unusual structure catches many business owners off guard. Missing your anniversary due date triggers delinquency and eventually dissolution if not corrected.

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geauxBIZ Account Issues

Owners who didn't create or maintain a geauxBIZ account may have missed portal notifications about overdue filings. Louisiana communicates compliance deadlines primarily through the portal and registered agent — not via individual email unless the account is active.

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Registered Agent Failure

Louisiana requires a registered agent with a physical in-state address. If your agent's address changed, they resigned, or they failed to forward state correspondence, you may have missed dissolution warnings entirely — and the state proceeded without your knowledge.

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Formation Anniversary Confusion

Because Louisiana ties annual report deadlines to the formation anniversary rather than a fixed date, owners who manage multiple LLCs or who forget their exact formation date often miss the filing window. The geauxBIZ portal now sends reminders, but only if your account is active and linked to the entity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Louisiana LLC Reinstatement FAQ

What is geauxBIZ and do I need it to reinstate my Louisiana LLC? +
geauxBIZ (geauxbiz.com) is the Louisiana Secretary of State's official online business management portal. It is the only accepted method for filing Louisiana LLC reinstatements, annual reports, amendments, and most other business documents. You must create a geauxBIZ account, claim your entity, and file through the portal. Paper or mailed reinstatement applications are not accepted for standard LLC reinstatements.
Does Louisiana require tax clearance to reinstate an LLC? +
No. Louisiana does not require a tax clearance certificate from the Department of Revenue to reinstate an LLC through the Secretary of State's office. The entire reinstatement process is handled within geauxBIZ. Any outstanding Louisiana state tax obligations are a separate matter — they do not block the Secretary of State's reinstatement filing, though you remain responsible for resolving them independently.
When is the Louisiana LLC annual report due? +
Unlike most states with a fixed calendar deadline, Louisiana LLC annual reports are due on the anniversary of your LLC's formation date each year. For example, if your LLC was formed on March 14, your annual report is due each year by March 14. The $35 filing fee is paid through geauxBIZ at the time of filing. After reinstatement, log in to your geauxBIZ account to confirm your specific due date and set a calendar reminder.
How much does it cost to reinstate a Louisiana LLC dissolved for 2 years? +
For a two-year dissolution, expect to pay: $75 reinstatement fee + $35 x 2 missed annual reports ($70) + $35 x 2 years of late penalties ($70) = approximately $215 in total state fees. Exact amounts are displayed in your geauxBIZ account before you submit payment — review the outstanding balance summary carefully before confirming your filing.
How long does Louisiana LLC reinstatement take through geauxBIZ? +
Standard processing time for Louisiana LLC reinstatement is approximately 21 business days from the date your application and payment are submitted through geauxBIZ. The portal will show a "pending review" status during processing. Once approved, your status updates to "Active — Good Standing" and a Certificate of Good Standing becomes available for download directly from your dashboard. Louisiana does not currently offer an expedited reinstatement option for standard LLCs.
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