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New York LLC Transparency Act

Starting January 1, 2026, most New York LLCs must disclose their beneficial ownership information to the Department of State.
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Find answers to the most common questions about the New York LLC Transparency Act and how NYLTA.com™ can help you stay compliant.

1. What is the New York LLC Transparency Act (NYLTA)?

The NYLTA, effective January 1, 2026, requires most limited liability companies (LLCs) formed or registered to do business in New York to disclose their beneficial ownership information to the New York Department of State (NYDOS).

The law aligns with federal efforts to increase transparency and prevent the use of shell companies for illicit activity.

2. Who is required to comply with NYLTA?

All LLCs formed in New York or foreign LLCs registered to do business in the state must file a beneficial ownership disclosure, unless they qualify for one of the 23 exemptions listed under the federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).

3. What is a ‘beneficial owner’?

A beneficial owner is any individual who either:
● Directly or indirectly owns 25 percent or more of the ownership interests of the LLC, or

● Exercises substantial control over the company (for example, a managing member or executive).

4. What information needs to be reported?

Each beneficial owner’s:

● Full legal name

● Date of birth

● Current business or residential address

● A unique identifying number (e.g., from a driver’s license or passport)

5. Is the information submitted under NYLTA public?

No. Under the New York LLC Transparency Act, beneficial ownership information will be maintained in a secure, non-public database by the New York Department of State.

The information is not publicly available, except in limited cases — for example, if required by law enforcement, pursuant to a court order, or with the LLC’s consent. LLCs may also apply for a confidentiality exemption if disclosure could create a privacy or safety risk.

6. Are there exemptions?

Yes — but they are narrow. The NYLTA exemptions mirror those in the federal CTA, including:

● Banks, credit unions, and insurance companies

● SEC-registered entities

● Large operating companies with more than 20 full-time employees, $5 million + in annual revenue, and a physical U.S. office

⚠️Bottom line: Most small businesses and real-estate LLCs do not qualify for exemptions.

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