How often do corporations and Limited Liability Companies renew their business licenses?

Corporations and Limited Liability Companies renew their business licenses annually. The licensing service sends a notification for renewal some days before the license expires. There is a fee for a business that fails to pay the registration fee on time.

The office of Secretary of State handles all the license renewal services, but some states have agents that offer the service on behalf of the office. In Washington state, business can renew online and pay with an E-check or a credit card such as Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. There is a fee for paying using a credit card. Alternatively, a person can send the documentation via mail.