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The state of Nebraska requires all corporations, LLCs, nonprofits, and LLPs to file a Nebraska Annual OR Biennial Report – depending on what type of business you own. In addition, Nebraska corporations must pay an occupation tax. All reports and taxes must be filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State, Business Services Division each year OR every other year. This page offers easy-to-read instructions for how to file your Nebraska Biennial Report yourself. It includes due dates, filing fees, required information, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Need to file in another state? Visit our State-by-State Annual Report Guide.
How to File Your Nebraska Biennial Report
Filing your Nebraska Biennial Report requires the following steps:
- Figure out when your report is due and your filing fee.
- Print a paper form OR file online.
- Submit your report and fee to the Nebraska Secretary of State.
Nebraska Biennial Report Due Dates and Fees
The occupation tax (filing fee) for Nebraska corporations is based on the total paid in capital (domestic) OR total value of property used/owned within the state (foreign). The minimum fee is $26 (domestic) OR $52 (foreign). The chart below is a brief breakdown of tax rates for domestic and foreign corporations:
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Domestic Corporation Tax Rates |
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Total Paid In Capital |
Tax Fee |
| $0 – $10,000 | $26 |
| $10,001 – $20,000 | $40 |
| $20,0001 – $30,000 | $60 |
| $30,001 – $40,000 | $80 |
| $40,001 – $50,000 | $100 |
| $50,001 – $60,000 | $120 |
| $60,001 – $70,000 | $140 |
| $70,001 – $80,000 | $160 |
| $80,001 – $90,000 | $180 |
| $90,001 – $100,000 | $200 |
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Foreign Corporation Tax Rates |
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|
Total Value Of Property In Nebraska |
Tax Fee |
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$0 – $10,000 |
$52 |
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$10,001 – $20,000 |
$80 |
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$20,001 – $30,000 |
$120 |
|
$30,001 – $40,000 |
$160 |
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$40,001 – $50,000 |
$200 |
|
$50,001 – $60,000 |
$240 |
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$60,001 – $70,000 |
$280 |
|
$70,001 – $80,000 |
$320 |
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$80,001 – $90,000 |
$360 |
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$90,001 – $100,000 |
$400 |
A complete version of this chart can be found on the Domestic and Foreign Corporation Filings page. However, it’s only available during the filing period (January 1 – April 15).
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Nebraska Biennial Report Fee Schedule |
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Business Type |
Cost |
Due Date |
How to File |
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Corporations – domestic |
$26 minimum |
March 1; even-numbered years. |
Online or Paper Form |
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Corporations – foreign |
$52 minimum |
March 1; even-numbered years. |
Online or Paper Form |
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LLCs – foreign and domestic |
$25 |
April 1; odd-numbered years. |
Online or Paper Form |
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Nonprofits, Cooperatives, and Religious Corporations |
$20 |
April 1; odd-numbered years. |
Online or Paper Form |
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LLPs – foreign and domestic |
$25* |
April 1 – ANNUAL |
Online or Paper Form |
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Late Fees: Nebraska doesn’t charge late fees for failing to file a biennial or annual report. However, corporations will be considered delinquent if no report is filed by April 15. LLCs, nonprofits, and LLPs will be considered late by June 1. If a report is not delivered to the Secretary of State by those specific dates (April 15 OR June 1), your business will be administratively dissolved or revoked. *There is an additional $25 fee if your LLP practices law. |
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Filing Your Nebraska Biennial Report
You can file your Nebraska Biennial OR Annual Report online or by mail. Either way, you’ll need to visit the Nebraska Secretary of State website.
- On the state website, go to the Annual/Biennial Reporting page. Click “File Online” for online submissions OR “Print a Paper Report” to file by mail.
- Then, enter your Secretary of State Business Services Account Number. You can find this by searching the Nebraska Business Database.
- You will then be prompted to begin the online filing process OR print a blank report.
Here’s a complete list of everything you’ll need to include, verify, and/or update on your biennial or annual report:
- Business name.
- State you initially formed your business in.
- Registered agent name and address.
- Principal address.
- Directors/officers’ names and addresses. LLCs and LLPs are not required to include member/manager OR partner information.
- Total amount of paid in capital – domestic corporations.
- Total value of all property owned/used in the state of Nebraska – foreign corporations. You must also include each item’s exact location.
- Signature and title of person filing the report. Biennial reports for corporations must include one signature from the president, vice president, secretary, or treasurer.
Online filings must be paid with a credit card. In addition, you will be assessed an minimum $3 portal fee to file online. Mailed submissions must include a check or money order.
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How Our Nebraska Biennial Report Service Works
With Northwest’s elite Nebraska biennial report service (sometimes called “compliance service,”) you can trust that your business will stay compliant and in good standing, so you never have to worry about costly late fees or your company being administratively dissolved.
For $100 plus the state-mandated report fee, we’ll file your annual report. For most Nebraska LLCs, that’s $125 total.
Run your business on your terms by adding or canceling Nebraska Biennial Report Service anytime.
- You can sign up for this service by itself or add it on to an existing service. Compliance service is automatically added when you hire us to provide your registered agent service or form your Nebraska LLC, Nebraska corporation or Nebraska nonprofit.
- Once you’ve signed up for compliance service, you’ll pay nothing up front. We’ll send you a reminder at least 90 days before the report is due, and the auto charge your saved preferred method of payment a few days later.
Biennial Report Service Benefits
At Northwest Registered Agent, we’re committed to protecting our clients’ privacy. Nebraska Biennial Reports are public record, so we’ve designed our annual report service to protect your privacy. Here’s how”
- We will list OUR contact information instead of yours on the report form.
- Only the minimum required information will be included.
- We will list our IP address – limiting the connection between your cell phone, personal computer, and work computers – this makes it harder for advertisers to follow you.
- We will list our bank and credit card information – not yours.
We believe everyone has the right to keep their information private. That’s why privacy is our guiding principle when we create every service and product.
Nebraska Biennial Report FAQ
Does Nebraska require initial reports?
Nope. New businesses in Nebraska aren’t required to file initial reports.
When do I need to file my Nebraska Biennial OR Annual Report?
Nebraska corporations – foreign and domestic – must file by March 1 every even-numbered year. Nebraska LLCs and nonprofits must file by April 1 every odd-numbered year. Nebraska LLPs must file annually by April 1.
Are there consequences for not filing my Nebraska Biennial Report?
Nebraska corporations will be considered late if a report is not filed by April 15. LLCs, nonprofits, and LLPs will be considered delinquent by June 1. Reports will no longer be accepted or available online after these specific dates. In addition, your business will be administratively dissolved or revoked.
How long does Nebraska Biennial Report processing take?
Online filings are processed immediately. Mailed filings are processed upon receipt – typically within 3-5 business days.
Who can file a Nebraska Biennial Report?
Anyone authorized to sign your Nebraska Biennial Report may file on behalf of your Nebraska business. This can be be a member/manager, officer/director, or someone you employ to file on your business’s behalf. When you hire Northwest Registered Agent for biennial report service, we complete and file your Nebraska Biennial Report.
Do Nebraska Biennial Reports need original signatures?
No, Nebraska Biennial Reports can be filed with electronic signatures.
Where can I get more information about the State of Nebraska Biennial Report filing?
Nebraska Secretary of State
Business Services Division
P.O Box 94608
Lincoln, NE 68509-5104
T: (402) 471-4079
Fax: (402) 471-4429
Email: [email protected]
Physical Address:
1201 N Street, Suite 120
Lincoln, NE 68508