What is the Texas Annual Franchise Tax Report?
Annual report filed with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. Combines Franchise Tax reporting and the Public Information Report (PIR) to maintain good standing with the Texas Secretary of State.
Manual Filing Instructions
Texas Franchise Tax & PIR Filing Guide
Each taxable entity formed in Texas or doing business in Texas must file a Franchise Tax Report and a Public Information Report (PIR) or Ownership Information Report (OIR) each year by May 15.
Key Details:
- Due Date: May 15th annually.
- State Fee: $0.00 (No filing fee, but taxes may be due if gross receipts exceed the threshold).
- Late Penalty: A $50.00 late filing penalty is assessed for reports filed after the due date, plus interest on any unpaid tax.
Required Actions:
- Log into the Webfile portal on the Texas Comptroller website.
- Select your franchise tax account and begin the filing process.
- Complete the Public Information Report listing all officers, directors, and managers.
- Submit the No Tax Due Information Report if gross receipts are below the threshold.
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Cost of Delinquency
Missing the deadline forces your Texas entity into bad standing status, freezing your asset collection or active trading protections.