How Do I Reinstate a Dissolved LLC in North Carolina?
To reinstate a dissolved LLC in North Carolina, file an Application for Reinstatement Following Administrative Dissolution with the Secretary of State, cure all grounds for dissolution listed by the state, and pay the $100 reinstatement fee plus all delinquent annual-report fees (N.C.G.S. § 57D-6-06).
When You Need Reinstatement
Administrative dissolution occurs when an LLC fails to file its annual report within 60 days after the April 15 due date (N.C.G.S. § 57D-2-24). The Secretary of State issues a Notice of Grounds before dissolving the LLC. Reinstatement restores your LLC's legal status and authority to conduct business in North Carolina.
Filing Requirements
Submit the Application for Reinstatement to the North Carolina Secretary of State, Business Registration Division. You must cure every ground for dissolution—typically filing the overdue annual report and paying all delinquent annual-report fees ($203 per year). Include the $100 reinstatement filing fee with your application.
File online at https://www.sosnc.gov/online_filing/filing/creation or mail documents to PO Box 29622, Raleigh, NC 27626-0622.
Fees
- Reinstatement filing fee: $100.00
- Delinquent annual-report fees: $203.00 per year
How to File
- Search your LLC's status at https://www.sosnc.gov/online_services/search/by_title/search_Business_Registration to confirm dissolution grounds.
- Complete the Application for Reinstatement Following Administrative Dissolution.
- Cure all grounds (file overdue annual reports, pay penalties).
- Submit the application and fees online or by mail.
- The Secretary of State will notify you of approval.
Contact Information
North Carolina Secretary of State, Business Registration Division
Phone: (919) 814-5400
Online filing: https://www.sosnc.gov/online_filing/filing/creation
Mailing address: PO Box 29622, Raleigh, NC 27626-0622
Important Notes
- Reinstatement is available only for administratively dissolved LLCs, not voluntarily dissolved ones.
- You must cure all grounds for dissolution before reinstatement is effective.
- Delinquent annual-report fees accumulate; budget accordingly.
- Reinstatement does not retroactively validate contracts or transactions during the dissolution period—consult an attorney about potential liability exposure.
This is general information, not legal advice.