State Fees When Filing Business Tax Returns Or Extensions
Purpose
When filing federal tax forms such as Form 1065 (U.S. Return of Partnership Income) or Form 1120S (U.S. Income Tax Return for an S Corporation), businesses may also be subject to state-specific fees or taxes. These obligations vary by state and can depend on factors like income, revenue, or the type of entity. Below is a table summarizing some of the fees imposed by certain states, including Washington, D.C., along with links to the respective payment portals:
Table Reference
State / District |
Fee Amount |
Applicable Entities |
Payment Portal |
California |
$800 minimum annual franchise tax |
Partnerships and S Corporations |
|
New York |
Varies based on number of partners |
Partnerships |
|
Texas |
Franchise tax based on revenue |
Partnerships and S Corporations |
|
South Carolina |
Minimum $25 annual license fee |
S Corporations |
|
Virginia |
$100 administrative fee for filing status change requests |
Corporations |
|
Delaware |
Varies |
S Corporations |
|
New York City |
8.85% corporate income tax |
S Corporations |
|
Philadelphia |
6.35% income tax and 1.415% gross receipts tax |
S Corporations |
|
Washington, D.C. |
Minimum $250 or $1,000 franchise tax based on gross receipts |
Partnerships and S Corporations |