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How to Reinstate a Dissolved LLC in Vermont

Vermont dissolves LLCs for failure to file annual reports by the last day of February each year with the Secretary of State. ResurrectOS handles the entire filing process — from status verification to Certificate of Good Standing — starting within 48 hours.

$25
State Filing Fee
21 days
Processing Time
No
Tax Clearance Required
$25/yr
Late Penalty Per Year
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Step-by-step process

Vermont LLC Reinstatement: The Exact Steps

Vermont dissolves LLCs for failure to file annual reports by the last day of February each year with the Secretary of State. The path back requires filing a reinstatement application with the correct state agency and clearing all outstanding fees.

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Your business name is at risk: Once dissolved, your Vermont business name can be claimed by another party. Every day you remain dissolved increases that risk. Act quickly.

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Verify status with Vermont SOS

Search the Vermont Secretary of State Corporations Division portal at sos.vermont.gov to confirm dissolution status and delinquent annual report history.

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Calculate delinquent annual reports

Vermont annual reports are $45/year with $25/year late penalties.

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Confirm your registered agent

Vermont requires a registered agent with a physical Vermont address. Verify your agent or appoint a replacement.

1–2 days
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File Reinstatement Application

Submit the Application for Reinstatement to the Vermont Secretary of State with the $25 filing fee plus all delinquent annual report fees and penalties.

Filing day
5

Vermont processes in approximately 21 days

Standard processing is approximately 21 days.

~21 days
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Obtain Certificate of Good Standing

After reinstatement, request a Certificate of Good Standing from the Vermont SOS.

After approval
Why businesses get dissolved

Common Vermont Dissolution Reasons

Understanding why your LLC was dissolved helps you correct the underlying cause — which is required before reinstatement can be approved.

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Delinquent Annual Reports

Annual reports are due by the last day of February for Vermont LLCs.

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Registered Agent Vacancy

Agent resigned or address is invalid.

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Accumulated Fees and Penalties

$45 annual report + $25 penalty per year.

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Voluntary Dissolution

Members filed Articles of Dissolution.

Common questions

Vermont Reinstatement FAQ

Can I reinstate my Vermont LLC myself?+
Yes. File through the Vermont Secretary of State online portal.
How long does Vermont reinstatement take?+
Approximately 21 days for standard processing.
What are my total back fees in Vermont?+
$45 annual report + $25 late penalty per year, plus the $25 reinstatement filing fee. Two years delinquent: $140 in back fees + $25 reinstatement = $165 in state fees.
Is tax clearance required in Vermont?+
No. Vermont does not require a tax clearance from the Department of Taxes for LLC reinstatement.
Is my Vermont business name at risk?+
Yes. Dissolved LLC names are available for registration in Vermont.
Vermont State Fees
Reinstatement filing fee$25
Annual report fee$45/year
Tax clearanceNot required
Processing time~21 days
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