Texas Annual Compliance Filing Support & Compliance Alerts

What is Texas Annual Compliance Filing Support?

SCILLAN's Texas Annual Compliance Filing Support service helps eligible businesses with recurring Texas compliance filings within SCILLAN's service scope.
SCILLAN's current service fee is:
$99 plus applicable government fees
Annual compliance filing support is separate from registered agent service unless expressly included in a specific package or promotion.

What does Annual Compliance Filing Support include?

Depending on the entity and filing, SCILLAN may assist with:

• Annual verification of entity information
• Preparation of eligible recurring compliance filings
• Administrative filing support
• Submission of applicable filings
• Compliance-related document handling
• Follow-up when additional information is needed
• Delivery of available completion documents

The exact requirements vary by entity type and filing.

How much does Annual Compliance Filing Support cost?

SCILLAN's current service fee is:
$99 plus applicable government fees

Are government fees included in the $99?

No, unless expressly stated otherwise.
Applicable government fees are separate from SCILLAN's service fee.

What is Annual Verification?

Annual Verification is SCILLAN's process for confirming that the entity information used for a recurring compliance filing is current and accurate before preparation or submission.
This may include confirming information such as:

• Legal entity name
• Principal business address
• Mailing address
• Registered agent information
• Governing persons
• Officers or managers
• Contact information
• Other information required for the applicable filing

Why does SCILLAN require Annual Verification?

Entity information can change during the year.
SCILLAN requires verification before certain compliance filings to help reduce errors and avoid submitting outdated information.

How long does Annual Verification take?

For many clients, Annual Verification takes approximately:
5–10 minutes
The actual time depends on the entity and whether information has changed.

When does SCILLAN start processing the annual filing?

SCILLAN's processing begins after:

• The applicable service has been purchased
• Annual Verification is completed
• Required information is received
• Required documents are received
• Necessary authorization is provided
• Applicable payment is completed

If information is incomplete, processing may not begin until the requested information is received.

How long does Annual Compliance Filing Support take?

SCILLAN's Estimated Processing Time is:
3–5 business days after Annual Verification is completed
Government processing time is separate.

Are the 3–5 business days guaranteed?

No.
The 3–5 business day timeframe is SCILLAN's estimated normal service-processing time.
It does not guarantee government processing, acceptance, or completion within the same period.

What can delay Annual Compliance Filing Support?

Possible delays may include:

• Incomplete verification
• Missing information
• Missing signatures
• Late client responses
• Government system outages
• Filing volume
• Holidays
• Corrections
• Rejected filings
• Additional government requirements

COMPLIANCE ALERTS

Does SCILLAN provide compliance reminders?

Yes.
SCILLAN's Compliance Alerts may include reminders approximately:

• 90 days before an applicable deadline
• 60 days before an applicable deadline
• 30 days before an applicable deadline
• 1 week before an applicable deadline

These reminders are designed to help clients prepare for upcoming compliance requirements.

Are Compliance Alerts the same as filing the report?

No.
Compliance Alerts are reminders.
A reminder does not mean that:

• A filing has been purchased
• A filing has been prepared
• A filing has been submitted
• A filing has been accepted
• A government fee has been paid

Filing support may require a separate purchase, Annual Verification, authorization, and payment.

Are Compliance Alerts included with Registered Agent service?

SCILLAN's Texas Registered Agent + Compliance Alerts service includes applicable compliance reminders under current service terms.
However, filing preparation and submission are separate services unless expressly included.

What happens if I ignore a compliance reminder?

SCILLAN cannot guarantee completion of a filing if the client does not provide required information, verification, authorization, or payment in time.
Clients remain responsible for responding promptly to compliance requests.

Will SCILLAN automatically file for me when the deadline is close?

No.
SCILLAN does not automatically submit every filing simply because a reminder was sent.
The required service must be purchased or otherwise authorized where applicable.

Will SCILLAN remind me by text message?

SCILLAN's standard compliance and registered agent notifications are primarily sent by email.
SMS reminders are not part of the standard registered agent notification process.

What if I don't receive a compliance reminder?

Clients are responsible for keeping their contact information current and monitoring applicable business obligations.
If a customer believes they did not receive an expected reminder, they should contact SCILLAN Support.
Support email:

TEXAS FRANCHISE TAX AND PUBLIC INFORMATION REPORT REMINDERS

Does SCILLAN send Texas franchise tax reminders?

SCILLAN's Compliance Alerts may include reminders related to applicable Texas franchise tax obligations and Public Information Report deadlines when relevant.

Does SCILLAN prepare tax returns?

No.
SCILLAN is not a tax preparation or accounting firm.
SCILLAN's services are administrative and filing-support services.

Can SCILLAN tell me how much franchise tax I owe?

No.
That is a tax question.
Approved response:
"SCILLAN does not provide tax advice or determine tax liability. Please consult a CPA, tax professional, or other qualified adviser for questions about tax amounts or tax treatment."

Can SCILLAN tell me whether I qualify for a tax exemption?

No.
Tax exemption and tax liability questions should be reviewed by a qualified tax professional.

Does SCILLAN file the Public Information Report?

SCILLAN may assist with eligible recurring compliance filings within its service scope.
The exact filing process depends on the entity and applicable requirements.

Is the Public Information Report the same as the Franchise Tax Report?

They may be related parts of a broader Texas compliance process, but they are not necessarily the same filing component.
Sia should avoid giving legal or tax interpretation beyond approved administrative information.

LLP AND OTHER ENTITY TYPES

Are LLP annual filings handled the same way as LLC filings?

No.
Different entity types may have different filing requirements.
Certain LLP reports or other filings may require separate service fees or separate filing support.

Can SCILLAN help with LLP annual filings?

SCILLAN may assist with eligible administrative filings depending on the service and filing type.
If the requested filing is not clearly listed in the approved service catalog, Sia should escalate to SCILLAN Support.

MISSED DEADLINES AND LATE FILINGS

What happens if I miss a filing deadline?

The consequences depend on the filing, entity type, and circumstances.
Possible consequences may involve:

• Late fees
• Penalties
• Loss of good standing
• Forfeiture
• Additional government requirements

SCILLAN can assist with eligible administrative filing support, but legal and tax consequences should be discussed with the appropriate licensed professional.

Can SCILLAN help if my entity is already past due?

Possibly.
SCILLAN may be able to assist with late compliance filings or reinstatement-related services depending on the entity's status.
Customers should contact SCILLAN Support for review.

My company is forfeited. Is that annual compliance?

A forfeited entity may have unresolved compliance, tax, or filing issues.
SCILLAN offers Texas Business Reinstatement services for eligible entities.
The reinstatement service starts at:
$299 plus applicable government fees

GOVERNMENT PROCESSING

How long does the government take after SCILLAN submits the filing?

Government processing varies.
Texas Secretary of State, Comptroller, county, and other agency processing times may be affected by:

• Filing volume
• Holidays
• System availability
• Filing type
• Filing method
• Corrections
• Additional information requests

SCILLAN cannot guarantee government completion dates.

Is expedited government processing available?

For eligible Texas Secretary of State filings, Texas Express expedited processing may be available.
Current options may include:
Standard Expedited
Typically 2–3 business days
Additional government fee: $50 per document
Next-Day
Additional government fee: $500 per document
Same-Day
Additional government fee: $750 per document
These expedited fees are in addition to the normal filing fee.

Does expedited processing guarantee acceptance?

No.
Expedited processing may speed up government review, but it does not guarantee that the filing will be accepted.

BILLING AND FEES

What does the $99 Annual Compliance Filing Support fee cover?

The $99 fee is SCILLAN's service fee for eligible annual compliance filing support.
Government filing fees, tax payments, penalties, or other third-party charges are separate unless expressly stated.

Does SCILLAN include the State's credit card fee?

The State's credit card fee is included within SCILLAN's website pricing structure for applicable government fees.
If checkout displays a fee that appears incorrect, the customer should contact SCILLAN before completing the purchase.

Can I get a refund if I decide not to file?

Refund eligibility depends on the order status, work already performed, government fees already paid, and SCILLAN's applicable refund terms.
Sia should not promise a refund.
Billing questions should be escalated to SCILLAN Support.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Clients are responsible for:

• Keeping contact information current
• Monitoring email communications
• Completing Annual Verification
• Providing accurate entity information
• Providing required signatures
• Responding to follow-up questions
• Paying applicable service and government fees
• Reviewing filings when requested
• Seeking legal or tax advice when appropriate

WHAT SIA SHOULD NOT DO

Sia should not:

• Calculate tax liability
• Interpret tax law
• Guarantee filing acceptance
• Guarantee government timing
• Tell a customer they are legally compliant
• Determine whether a filing is legally required in a specific disputed situation
• Give legal or tax advice
• Promise that reminders eliminate the customer's responsibility

APPROVED ESCALATION RESPONSE

If a question requires human review:
"I don't want to give you inaccurate information. This question would be better reviewed by the SCILLAN team. Please email or use the available support option."

HUMAN SUPPORT ESCALATION

Sia should escalate questions involving:

• Missed deadlines
• Forfeited entities
• Filing rejections
• Tax notices
• Comptroller notices
• Incorrect filed information
• Refund requests
• Billing disputes
• Missing reminders
• Urgent deadlines
• Unusual compliance situations
• Questions outside the approved knowledge base

Support email:

ANNUAL COMPLIANCE QUICK REFERENCE

Annual Compliance Filing Support:
$99 + applicable government fees
Annual Verification:
Approximately 5–10 minutes for many clients
Estimated SCILLAN Processing Time:
3–5 business days after Annual Verification is completed
Compliance Reminder Schedule:
90 days, 60 days, 30 days, and 1 week before an applicable deadline
Government Processing:
Separate and may vary

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER

SCILLAN Business LLC is a corporate services company and is not a law firm, CPA firm, or tax advisory firm.
SCILLAN's Annual Compliance Filing Support and Compliance Alerts are administrative services.
SCILLAN does not provide legal, tax, accounting, financial, or investment advice.
Customers should consult the appropriate licensed professional for advice specific to their circumstances.

Updated on: 09/23/2026