California Franchise Tax Assistance

What is California Franchise Tax (CA 568)?

In California, LLCs are subject to the mandatory California Franchise Tax, which applies to LLCs operating within the state. They must file CA Form 568 (Limited Liability Company Return of Income) and pay an annual franchise tax of $800. This rule applies to disregarded entities or partnerships. The $800 annual tax is due, even if the LLC is not conducting business, until it is canceled. There are also additional fees for LLCs with annual income equal to or over $250,000. Form 568 provides a detailed overview of the LLC’s financial transactions throughout the year, covering everything from income to property distributions, refunds, withholdings, and use tax.

Who needs to file:

Form 568 filing is required for every LLC not taxed as a corporation under the following circumstances:

• The LLC conducts business activities within California.
• The LLC is established under California laws.
• The LLC, though formed in another state or foreign jurisdiction, is registered with the California Secretary of State.
• The LLC earns income from California sources (Nonregistered foreign LLCs, refer to Exceptions to Filing Form 568 below).

When to file?

• If an LLC is classified as a partnership for tax purposes, Form 568 must be filed by the 15th day of the 3rd month after the end of the taxable year.
• If the LLC is classified as a single member LLC but owned by pass-through entities (S corporations, partnerships, or LLCs classified as partnerships), Form 568 is due by the 15th day of the 3rd month after the close of the taxable year.
• If the LLC is classified as a single member LLC but owned by an individual, Form 568 is due by the 15th day of the 4th month after the close of the taxable year of the owner.

When to pay tax?

• The 2024 $800 annual tax is due before the 15th day of the 4th month after the beginning of the 2023 taxable year (fiscal year) or April 15, 2022 (calendar year).
• This payment should be submitted with form FTB 3522. Do not mail the $800 annual tax with Form 568.
• It’s important not to mail the $800 annual tax with Form 568.

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