Florida Articles of Dissolution
Formally close your Florida business entity by filing Articles of Dissolution with the Florida Division of Corporations. This filing officially terminates your company's legal existence and notifies the state that the business has ceased operations.
Florida Articles of Dissolution
Formally close your Florida business entity by filing Articles of Dissolution with the Florida Division of Corporations. This filing officially terminates your company's legal existence and notifies the state that the business has ceased operations.
Who Is Required to File
The information below reflects publicly available business entity data associated with the selected Florida entity. Records may include registration details, entity status, registered agent information, and filing history, depending on availability.
Who Is Required to File
The following Florida-registered entities are generally required to file an Annual Report each year
- •Florida Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
- •Florida Corporations (For-Profit and Non-Profit)
- •Foreign entities registered to do business in Florida
Note: Filing requirements apply even if no business information has changed.
Start Annual Report FilingDeadline and Late Fees
Filing Window:
January 1 – May 1 (each year)
Late Filing Penalty:
Applies beginning May 2
Failure to File:
May result in administrative dissolution or revocation
Deadlines and penalties are established by the State of Florida and apply regardless of filing method.
How the Filing Process Works
A summary of the steps involved in filing Articles of Dissolution for your Florida business entity.
Locate your Florida business record
Review existing information
Provide required updates (if any)
Review fees and submission details
Submit filing for processing
Information Required
Dissolution filing typically requires the following items, as applicable to the selected entity:
Florida entity name or document number
Principal and mailing address, if applicable
Effective date of dissolution, if different from the filing date
Officer / manager / member / authorized representative information
Payment method for filing fees
Florida Dissolution Filing Fees
Fees associated with filing Articles of Dissolution to formally close a Florida business entity.
State Dissolution Filing Fee
One-Time Fee
State fee for processing the dissolution filing, varies by entity type
Filing Service Fee
One-Time Fee
Separate service fee applies for preparation and submission assistance
Optional Certified Copy
One-Time Fee
Additional fee applies if a certified copy of the filed dissolution document is requested
Ready to Dissolve Your Business?
Begin the dissolution process by locating your Florida business record. You'll be able to review all details before submission.
Start Dissolution FilingHelp and Support
If you need assistance with a filing, order status, or general questions, help resources are available.